How much does a hairdresser make in Washington?
$59,510a year
Median yearly pay for hairdressers in Washington. That is $28.61 an hour or $4,959 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.61
- Vs. national median
- +66%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 6,930
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,830Median: $59,510Highest 10%: $99,970
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,830 | $17.71 | |
| 25th | $46,280 | $22.25 | |
| Median | $59,510 | $28.61 | |
| 75th | $73,540 | $35.36 | |
| 90th | $99,970 | $48.06 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bellingham, WA | $61,820 |
| Spokane, WA | $61,440 |
| Seattle, WA | $59,810 |
| Portland, OR | $59,610 |
| Bremerton, WA | $58,150 |
| Olympia, WA | $49,840 |
| Kennewick, WA | $49,640 |
| Yakima, WA | $46,270 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $38,810 |
| Lewiston, ID | $37,820 |
| Longview, WA | $36,590 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for hairdressers.
| 1. Washington | $59,510 |
| 2. Oregon | $57,580 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $54,570 |
| 4. South Dakota | $49,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hairdresser make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $28.61 ($59,510 a year).
Do hairdressers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $59,510 against $35,790 nationally, 66% more.
Where does Washington rank for hairdresser pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 50 states.
Which city in Washington pays hairdressers the most?
Bellingham, WA, with a median of $61,820 a year.
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.