How much does a hairdresser make in Cleveland?
$35,640a year
Median yearly pay for hairdressers in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $17.13 an hour or $2,970 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.13
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 119 of 349
- Jobs in the area
- 3,070
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $23,420Median: $35,640Highest 10%: $70,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $23,420 | $11.26 | |
| 25th | $28,510 | $13.71 | |
| Median | $35,640 | $17.13 | |
| 75th | $46,470 | $22.34 | |
| 90th | $70,750 | $34.01 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for hairdressers.
| Akron, OH | $38,100 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $36,790 |
| Toledo, OH | $36,440 |
| Columbus, OH | $36,260 |
| Canton, OH | $35,010 |
| Lima, OH | $33,530 |
| Springfield, OH | $33,280 |
| Weirton, WV | $32,390 |
| Wheeling, WV | $31,720 |
| Dayton, OH | $30,590 |
| Mansfield, OH | $29,690 |
| Huntington, WV | $29,580 |
| Youngstown, OH | $29,520 |
| Sandusky, OH | $29,030 |
Related jobs in Cleveland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Mortician | $54,510 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $45,540 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $41,600 |
| Residential Advisor | $39,740 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $38,420 |
| Skincare Specialist | $38,370 |
| Funeral Attendant | $35,910 |
| Manicurist and Pedicurist | $35,430 |
| Concierge | $34,650 |
| Animal Trainer | $31,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hairdresser make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $17.13 ($35,640 a year).
Do hairdressers make more in Cleveland than the national average?
Yes: $35,640 against $35,790 nationally, 0% more.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $36,260, so Cleveland pays 2% less.
Where does Cleveland rank for hairdresser pay?
119 of 349 metro areas with data.
How much does a hairdresser make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $23,420 or less a year; the top 10% make $70,750 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.