How much does a manicurist and pedicurist make in Milwaukee?
$36,170a year
Median yearly pay for manicurist and pedicurists in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area. That is $17.39 an hour or $3,014 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.39
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 79 of 187
- Jobs in the area
- 1,140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $20,560Median: $36,170Highest 10%: $55,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $20,560 | $9.88 | |
| 25th | $29,820 | $14.34 | |
| Median | $36,170 | $17.39 | |
| 75th | $40,000 | $19.23 | |
| 90th | $55,660 | $26.76 |
Other cities in Wisconsin
Median yearly pay for manicurist and pedicurists.
| Eau Claire, WI | $39,690 |
| Madison, WI | $39,020 |
| Kenosha, WI | $38,760 |
| Racine, WI | $38,660 |
| Appleton, WI | $36,720 |
| Green Bay, WI | $36,440 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $35,920 |
| Janesville, WI | $35,340 |
Related jobs in Milwaukee
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Mortician | $57,650 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $49,930 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $46,700 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $46,190 |
| Skincare Specialist | $44,270 |
| Concierge | $42,010 |
| Residential Advisor | $41,300 |
| Animal Trainer | $40,520 |
| Costume Attendant | $40,440 |
| Hairdresser | $38,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a manicurist and pedicurist make an hour in Milwaukee?
The median hourly pay in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area is $17.39 ($36,170 a year).
Do manicurist and pedicurists make more in Milwaukee than the national average?
Yes: $36,170 against $35,760 nationally, 1% more.
How does Milwaukee compare with the rest of Wisconsin?
The median in Wisconsin is $36,680, so Milwaukee pays 1% less.
Where does Milwaukee rank for manicurist and pedicurist pay?
79 of 187 metro areas with data.
How much does a manicurist and pedicurist make starting out in Milwaukee?
The lowest-paid 10% make $20,560 or less a year; the top 10% make $55,660 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.