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Esthetician Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median esthetician salary in Aurora, IL is $36,290 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$36,290
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-1,910
Cost of Living
95%

Esthetician Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level esthetician earns around $24,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $58,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$24,700
$-1,300 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$37,050
$-1,950 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$58,900
$-3,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $22,800
25th Percentile $28,500
Median (50th) $36,290
75th Percentile $49,400
90th Percentile $61,750

Esthetician Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$41,256
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$40,874
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$32,470
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$31,324
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Esthetician in Aurora

Education

Most esthetician positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois 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 Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.