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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Licensed Esthetician in Texas is $54,610 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.
However, a Licensed Esthetician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Licensed Esthetician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $61,492 | $5,124 | $1,183 | $30 |
| Average | $54,610 | $4,551 | $1,050 | $26 |
| 25th Percentile | $43,636 | $3,636 | $839 | $21 |
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A Licensed Esthetician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Licensed Esthetician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Licensed Esthetician | $52,781 |
| Intermediate Level Licensed Esthetician | $53,543 |
| Senior Level Licensed Esthetician | $54,306 |
| Specialist Level Licensed Esthetician | $55,373 |
| Expert Level Licensed Esthetician | $57,366 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Licensed Estheticians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
Understanding how a Licensed Esthetician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $61,492 | $5,124 | $1,183 | $30 |
| Average | $54,610 | $4,551 | $1,050 | $26 |
| 25th Percentile | $43,636 | $3,636 | $839 | $21 |
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Pasadena, TX
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Cedar Park, TX
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