As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for Fashion Stylist in the US is $56,969, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,096 weekly, or $4,747 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Fashion Stylist in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Fashion Stylist in the US vary widely, spanning from $46,844 to $65,763. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($51,669) and 75th percentile ($61,572), while top earners (90th percentile) make $65,763 per year. This $9,903 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Products and Services or Photoshop, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Fashion Stylist often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 40 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like MFG Nondurable to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Fashion Stylist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Fashion Stylist Salary $46,844 US August 01, 2025
25th Percentile Fashion Stylist Salary $51,669 US August 01, 2025
50th Percentile Fashion Stylist Salary $56,969 US August 01, 2025
75th Percentile Fashion Stylist Salary $61,572 US August 01, 2025
90th Percentile Fashion Stylist Salary $65,763 US August 01, 2025
25% $51,669 10% $46,844 90% $65,763 75% $61,572 $56,969 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Fashion Stylist ?

A wardrobe stylist, also fashion stylist, is a consultant who selects the clothing for published editorial features, print or television advertising campaigns, music videos, concert performances, and any public appearances made by celebrities, models or other public figures. Stylists are often part of a larger creative team assembled by the client, collaborating with the fashion designer, photographer/director, hair stylist, and makeup artist to put together a particular look or theme for the specific project. A wardrobe stylist can also be referred to as a fashion stylist, fashion editor, or ...

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    Fashion Stylist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Fashion Designer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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