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Cosmetologist Salary in Lewiston, Maine

The median cosmetologist salary in Lewiston, ME is $31,572 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 8.2% below the Maine state average.

City Median
$31,572
vs State Avg
$-2,806
vs National
$-3,508
Cost of Living
90%

Cosmetologist Salary in Lewiston by Experience

In Lewiston, an entry-level cosmetologist earns around $21,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $49,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$21,600
$-2,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$32,400
$-3,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$49,500
$-5,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lewiston, ME

Percentile Lewiston
10th Percentile $19,800
25th Percentile $24,300
Median (50th) $31,572
75th Percentile $41,400
90th Percentile $52,200

Cosmetologist Salary in Other Maine Cities

Portland, ME
$37,886
Pop. 68,408
South Portland, ME
$36,834
Pop. 25,665
Bangor, ME
$32,274
Pop. 32,029
Auburn, ME
$31,221
Pop. 23,926

How to Become a Cosmetologist in Lewiston

Education

Most cosmetologist positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Lewiston and the surrounding Maine 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 Lewiston may vary based on local industry and population growth.