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Esthetician Salary in Rockford, Illinois

The median esthetician salary in Rockford, IL is $31,324 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 13.7% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$31,324
vs State Avg
$-4,966
vs National
$-6,876
Cost of Living
82%

Esthetician Salary in Rockford by Experience

In Rockford, an entry-level esthetician earns around $21,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $50,840 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$21,320
$-4,680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$31,980
$-7,020 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$50,840
$-11,160 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rockford, IL

Percentile Rockford
10th Percentile $19,680
25th Percentile $24,600
Median (50th) $31,324
75th Percentile $42,640
90th Percentile $53,300

Esthetician Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$41,256
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$40,874
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$36,290
Pop. 197,757
Springfield, IL
$32,470
Pop. 114,394

How to Become a Esthetician in Rockford

Education

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