Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay in Georgia
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Georgia earn an average of $42,830 a year. That is $1,130 (3%) less than the U.S. average of $43,960. The best-paying metro area is Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA at $44,630.
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Average pay for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists by metro area. Swipe to see all 10.
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Average pay by state
Georgia vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $43,960 | $21.13 |
| Georgia | $42,830 | $20.59 |
| North Carolina | $43,670 | $21.00 |
| South Carolina | $42,580 | $20.47 |
| Tennessee | $38,100 | $18.32 |
| Florida | $36,210 | $17.41 |
| Alabama | $33,700 | $16.20 |
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Average pay, Georgia, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists make in Georgia?
The average is $42,830 a year, and the median is $34,560. That is $1,130 (3%) less than the U.S. average of $43,960.
What is the hourly wage in Georgia?
$20.59 an hour on average; the median is $16.62.
Where in Georgia do they earn the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA ($44,630), followed by Athens-Clarke County, GA ($40,040). The lowest average among 10 metro areas with data is Albany, GA ($32,130).
How does Georgia rank?
Georgia ranks #25 of 50 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.