Personal Care & Fitness Birmingham, AL Pop. 197,575

Esthetician Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median esthetician salary in Birmingham, AL is $34,380 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$34,380
vs State Avg
+$1,146
vs National
$-3,820
Cost of Living
90%

Esthetician Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level esthetician earns around $23,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $55,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$23,400
$-2,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$35,100
$-3,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$55,800
$-6,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $21,600
25th Percentile $27,000
Median (50th) $34,380
75th Percentile $46,800
90th Percentile $58,500

Esthetician Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$35,144
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$33,616
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$32,852
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$32,470
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Esthetician in Birmingham

Education

Most esthetician positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

SkincareFacial TreatmentsProduct KnowledgeClient ConsultationSanitationAnatomy

Job Outlook

Nationally, esthetician employment is projected to grow 17% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.