What are the main factors that influence a Cosmetologist Instructor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Cosmetologist Instructor?

The Hospitality & Leisure industry offers the highest average compensation for Cosmetologist Instructor roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cosmetologist Instructor's salary?

A Cosmetologist Instructor's salary grows with experience: a Cosmetologist Instructor (1-3 years)earns $34,613, a Hotel Supervisor (3+ years)earns $42,988, a Hotel Manager Assistant (3-5 years)earns $70,256, a Hotel Manager (5+ years)earns $98,672,

What are the highest paying states for a Cosmetologist Instructor?

Cosmetologist Instructor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cosmetologist Instructor roles are District of Columbia $38,475, California $38,329, Massachusetts $37,818. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cosmetologist Instructor roles make?

Salaries for Cosmetologist Instructor level roles vary by specialization: Flight Instructor: $118,895; Traveling Cosmetologist: $78,590; Instructor - Rehabilitation: $67,569; Instructor: $64,530; Instructor - History: $64,487.

Cosmetologist Instructor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cosmetologist Instructor make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cosmetologist Instructor in Delaware is $35,191 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a Cosmetologist Instructor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $40,493
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $32,828 to $37,966
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,676

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Cosmetologist Instructor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,966	$3,164	$730	$18
Average	$35,191	$2,933	$677	$17
25th Percentile	$32,828	$2,736	$631	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Cosmetologist Instructor Salaries

A Cosmetologist Instructor'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.

How Do Cosmetologist Instructor Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Cosmetologist Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $38,475.
California: $38,329.
Massachusetts: $37,818.

District of Columbia $38,475 California $38,329 Massachusetts $37,818 Washington $37,679 New Jersey $37,665 Alaska $37,616 Connecticut $37,137 New York $36,942

Hawaii $36,320 Rhode Island $36,028 Maryland $35,830 Minnesota $35,559 Colorado $35,455 Illinois $35,420 Oregon $35,288 Delaware $35,191

New Hampshire $35,130 Virginia $34,993 Pennsylvania $34,593 Nevada $34,391 North Dakota $34,325 Michigan $34,221 Wisconsin $34,183 Vermont $34,107

Texas $33,895 Maine $33,881 Arizona $33,860 Ohio $33,835 Georgia $33,516 Indiana $33,356 Wyoming $33,325 Utah $33,276

Iowa $33,255 Kansas $33,088 Louisiana $33,040 North Carolina $33,022 Missouri $33,015 Florida $32,880 Montana $32,807 Nebraska $32,737

Kentucky $32,699 South Carolina $32,560 Tennessee $32,473 Idaho $32,439 New Mexico $32,185 Oklahoma $32,129 Alabama $31,924 South Dakota $31,580

Arkansas $31,393 West Virginia $31,292 Mississippi $30,990

Top Paying Cities for Cosmetologist Instructors

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:

Lincoln: $35,032
Little Creek: $35,289
Magnolia: $35,238

Lincoln, DE $35,032 Little Creek, DE $35,289 Magnolia, DE $35,238 Milford, DE $35,121 Marydel, DE $35,179 Millsboro, DE $34,885 Millville, DE $34,939 Milton, DE $35,000

Nassau, DE $35,025 Ocean View, DE $34,933 Rehoboth Beach, DE $35,000 Seaford, DE $35,020 Selbyville, DE $34,875 Smyrna, DE $35,313 Viola, DE $35,150 Woodside, DE $35,245

Bear, DE $35,164 Newark, DE $35,150 Claymont, DE $35,222 Delaware City, DE $35,186 Hockessin, DE $35,147 Kirkwood, DE $35,179 Middletown, DE $35,192 Montchanin, DE $35,155

New Castle, DE $35,160 Odessa, DE $35,210 Port Penn, DE $35,233 Rockland, DE $35,159 Saint Georges, DE $35,181 Townsend, DE $35,236 Winterthur, DE $35,163 Lewes, DE $35,013

Wilmington, DE $35,149 Dover, DE $35,289 Dover Afb, DE $35,103 Bethany Beach, DE $34,896 Bethel, DE $34,933 Bridgeville, DE $35,015 Camden Wyoming, DE $35,189 Cheswold, DE $35,277

Clayton, DE $35,278 Dagsboro, DE $34,872 Delmar, DE $34,816 Ellendale, DE $34,922 Felton, DE $35,118 Fenwick Island, DE $34,880 Frankford, DE $34,819 Frederica, DE $35,153

Georgetown, DE $34,859 Greenwood, DE $35,020 Harbeson, DE $34,896 Harrington, DE $35,074 Hartly, DE $35,183 Houston, DE $35,024 Kenton, DE $35,280 Laurel, DE $34,838

Yorklyn, DE $35,158

Cosmetologist Instructor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cosmetologist Instructor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Hospitality & Leisure, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Cosmetologist Instructor positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Cosmetologist Instructor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Cosmetologist Instructor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure	$42,229	$20.0	20%

Cosmetologist Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cosmetologist Instructor'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$32,828

Average $35,191/year

$37,966

$2,736

Average $2,933/month

$3,164

$631

Average $677/week

$730

$16

Average $17/hour

$18

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,966	$3,164	$730	$18
Average	$35,191	$2,933	$677	$17
25th Percentile	$32,828	$2,736	$631	$16

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