Nail technicians in the United States have a median salary of $14.05 an hour or $29,210 a year, according to the 2021 U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics. Factors such as industry and location can impact earning potential, with those working in physicians‘ offices having the highest average hourly wage of $19.78 or $41,150 a year. The top paying states for nail techs include the District of Columbia, Utah, Michigan, Montana, and Iowa.