Personal Care & Fitness Meridian, ID Pop. 117,635

Cosmetologist Salary in Meridian, Idaho

The median cosmetologist salary in Meridian, ID is $34,378 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 4.3% above the Idaho state average.

City Median
$34,378
vs State Avg
+$1,403
vs National
$-702
Cost of Living
98%

Cosmetologist Salary in Meridian by Experience

In Meridian, an entry-level cosmetologist earns around $23,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $53,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$23,520
$-480 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$35,280
$-720 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$53,900
$-1,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Meridian, ID

Percentile Meridian
10th Percentile $21,560
25th Percentile $26,460
Median (50th) $34,378
75th Percentile $45,080
90th Percentile $56,840

Cosmetologist Salary in Other Idaho Cities

Boise, ID
$35,080
Pop. 235,684
Nampa, ID
$31,572
Pop. 100,200
Idaho Falls, ID
$30,870
Pop. 64,609
Pocatello, ID
$30,169
Pop. 56,548

How to Become a Cosmetologist in Meridian

Education

Most cosmetologist positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Meridian and the surrounding Idaho area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Hair StylingColor TheorySkincareMakeup ApplicationClient RelationsSanitation

Job Outlook

Nationally, cosmetologist employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Meridian may vary based on local industry and population growth.