How much does a hairdresser make in Washington?
$37,020a year
Median yearly pay for hairdressers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $17.80 an hour or $3,085 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.80
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 77 of 349
- Jobs in the area
- 7,010
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $26,900Median: $37,020Highest 10%: $78,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $26,900 | $12.93 | |
| 25th | $29,050 | $13.97 | |
| Median | $37,020 | $17.80 | |
| 75th | $55,680 | $26.77 | |
| 90th | $78,900 | $37.93 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for hairdressers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Makeup Artist | $95,730 |
| Mortician | $60,440 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $53,310 |
| Costume Attendant | $51,280 |
| Animal Trainer | $50,460 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $49,300 |
| Gambling Service Worker | $48,950 |
| Barber | $48,780 |
| Residential Advisor | $47,010 |
| Skincare Specialist | $46,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hairdresser make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $17.80 ($37,020 a year).
Do hairdressers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $37,020 against $35,790 nationally, 3% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $54,570, so Washington pays 32% less.
Where does Washington rank for hairdresser pay?
77 of 349 metro areas with data.
How much does a hairdresser make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $26,900 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,900 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.