Cosmetology License Salary in California (2026)
Complete salary breakdown for Cosmetology Licenses in California, including experience levels, metro areas, and employer types.
Salary by Experience
Salary Range
Base$37,170
10th$21,168
25th$21,756
50th$23,520
75th$25,284
90th$25,872
Salaries by Experience Level
| Experience Level | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level | $23,520 |
| Mid Career | $35,000 |
| Experienced | $50,000 |
Salary by City
| City | Metro Area | Median Salary | 90th Percentile | Cost of Living Index | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim | Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim | Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim | 38000 | 49400 | 100 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward | San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward | San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward | 40000 | 52000 | 100 |
| San Diego-Carlsbad | San Diego-Carlsbad | San Diego-Carlsbad | 36000 | 46800 | 100 |