Cosmetology License Salary in North Carolina (2026)

Complete salary breakdown for Cosmetology Licenses in North Carolina, including experience levels, metro areas, and employer types.

Median Salary
$36020
Hourly Rate
$17.32
Salary Range
$23520 - $50000
Compared to National Average
+3.0%
Compared to State Average
Varies by region

Salary by Experience

Salary Range

Base$36,020
10th$21,168
25th$21,756
50th$23,520
75th$25,284
90th$25,872

Salaries by Experience Level

Experience LevelSalary
Entry Level$23,520
Mid Career$30,000
Experienced$50,000

Salary by City

CityMetro AreaMedian Salary90th PercentileCost of Living Index
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SCCharlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SCCharlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC3800049400100
Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, NCRaleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, NCRaleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, NC3750048750100
Greensboro-High Point, NCGreensboro-High Point, NCGreensboro-High Point, NC3500045500100

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