Manicurists


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Manicurists

Manicurists - Wages & Trends

Manicurists receive income from a variety of sources. They may receive a commission, which is a portion of the price of the service. They may receive a salary for the number of hours they work. All receive tips, and some receive commissions on the products they sell. In addition, some salons pay bonuses to employees who bring in new business.

Many factors determine the total income for manicurists. These include the size and location of the shop, the number of hours they work, and clients' tipping habits. A manicurist's ability to attract and hold regular clients is a key factor that affects earnings.

Some salons offer paid vacations and health insurance to full-time employees. Part-time manicurists must provide their own insurance.

Manicurists and pedicurists (SOC 39-5092)
Location
Pay Period
25%
Median
75%
Illinois Hourly $15.02 $18.56 $25.75
Yearly $31,248 $38,604 $53,569
    Cook County Hourly $15.03 $18.58 $25.75
Yearly $31,266 $38,650 $53,569
    Edwardsville Area Hourly $14.49 $17.03 $24.13
Yearly $30,135 $35,415 $50,190
    Peoria-Bloomington Area Hourly $13.62 $15.13 $23.56
Yearly $28,325 $31,490 $48,993
    Springfield Area Hourly $13.94 $18.27 $25.96
Yearly $29,000 $37,999 $54,007
United States Hourly $14.00 $14.97 $16.88
Yearly $29,120 $31,130 $35,110

Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.