Average Cosmetologist Salary in Indiana

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

Salary Overview

The average Cosmetologist in Indiana earns $35,900 per year, which is below the national average of $37,050. This translates to approximately $17.26 per hour, $1,381 biweekly, or $2,992 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Indiana is 10% 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)	$26,900	$12.93
Average (50th)	$35,900	$17.26
Experienced (75th)	$41,300	$19.85
Top Earners (90th)	$46,700	$22.45

Cosmetologist Salary by City in Indiana

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Indianapolis	$38,800	$3,233/mo
Fort Wayne	$36,600	$3,050/mo
Evansville	$35,200	$2,933/mo
South Bend	$34,100	$2,842/mo
Carmel	$33,400	$2,783/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Personal Care
Typical Education	Postsecondary nondegree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	8% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	Flat 3.05%
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.90 (-10% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Indiana

Major employers hiring Cosmetologists in Indiana include Eli Lilly, Anthem, Cummins, Indiana University Health, and Salesforce. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for personal care professionals.

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