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Esthetician Salary in Chicago, Illinois

The median esthetician salary in Chicago, IL is $40,874 per year, which is 7.0% above the national median and 12.6% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$40,874
vs State Avg
+$4,584
vs National
+$2,674
Cost of Living
107%

Esthetician Salary in Chicago by Experience

In Chicago, an entry-level esthetician earns around $27,820, while experienced professionals earn up to $66,340 per year. The local cost of living index is 107% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$27,820
+$1,820 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$41,730
+$2,730 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$66,340
+$4,340 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Chicago, IL

Percentile Chicago
10th Percentile $25,680
25th Percentile $32,100
Median (50th) $40,874
75th Percentile $55,640
90th Percentile $69,550

Esthetician Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$41,256
Pop. 149,540
Aurora, IL
$36,290
Pop. 197,757
Springfield, IL
$32,470
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$31,324
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Esthetician in Chicago

Education

Most esthetician positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Chicago 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 Chicago may vary based on local industry and population growth.