Manicurists and Pedicurists
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$35,760/yr
Typical range
$34,010 – $41,650
Education
High school diploma
Time to entry
No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning
What a Manicurists and Pedicurists does
Manicurists and pedicurists clean, shape, and polish clients' fingernails and toenails, often applying decorative designs and treatments. They work in nail salons in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.
Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Childcare Workers — $34,980/yr
- Nannies — $34,980/yr
- Amusement and Recreation Attendants — $32,150/yr
- Recreation Workers — $36,560/yr
- Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors — $47,160/yr
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