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Manicurists and Pedicurists

Median Salary
34,250
Job Outlook
+12%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Clean and shape customers' fingernails and toenails. May polish or decorate nails.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

57%

Self-employed

38%

Private not for profit

2%

Federal Government

0%

State and local government

0%

What is the job outlook?

Employment of manicurists and pedicurists is projected to grow 12 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 27,700 openings for manicurists and pedicurists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$24,960

10%

$34,250

Median

$70,960

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    49%

  • Less than high school

    35%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    14%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • English Language
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Personnel and Human Resources
  • Mathematics

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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