Average Cosmetologist Salary in Idaho

Personal Care · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Cosmetologist in Idaho earns $36,400 per year, which is below the national average of $37,050. This translates to approximately $17.50 per hour, $1,400 biweekly, or $3,033 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Idaho is 6% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$27,300	$13.12
Average (50th)	$36,400	$17.50
Experienced (75th)	$41,900	$20.12
Top Earners (90th)	$47,300	$22.74

Cosmetologist Salary by City in Idaho

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Boise	$39,300	$3,275/mo
Meridian	$37,100	$3,092/mo
Nampa	$35,700	$2,975/mo
Idaho Falls	$34,600	$2,883/mo
Coeur d'Alene	$33,900	$2,825/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Personal Care
Typical Education	Postsecondary nondegree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	8% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	Flat 5.8%
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.94 (-6% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Idaho

Major employers hiring Cosmetologists in Idaho include Micron Technology, St. Luke's Health System, Albertsons, HP Inc., and Idaho National Lab. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for personal care professionals.

Calculate Your Idaho Take-Home Pay

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