Average Cosmetologist Salary in Ohio

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

Salary Overview

The average Cosmetologist in Ohio earns $35,700 per year, which is below the national average of $37,050. This translates to approximately $17.16 per hour, $1,373 biweekly, or $2,975 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Ohio is 12% 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)	$26,800	$12.88
Average (50th)	$35,700	$17.16
Experienced (75th)	$41,100	$19.74
Top Earners (90th)	$46,400	$22.31

Cosmetologist Salary by City in Ohio

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Columbus	$38,600	$3,217/mo
Cleveland	$36,400	$3,033/mo
Cincinnati	$35,000	$2,917/mo
Dayton	$33,900	$2,825/mo
Toledo	$33,200	$2,767/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Personal Care
Typical Education	Postsecondary nondegree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	8% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	0%-3.75% (progressive)
State Minimum Wage	$10.45/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.88 (-12% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Ohio

Major employers hiring Cosmetologists in Ohio include Cleveland Clinic, Procter & Gamble, Cardinal Health, Nationwide, and Progressive. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for personal care professionals.

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