▼32%
$18.03
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$12.01
MEDIAN
$18.03
90%
$27.10
The average hourly pay for a Salon Manager is $18.03 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$12 - $27
Bonus
$535 - $7k
Commission
$10k - $19k
Total Pay
$27k - $61k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Salon Managers?
What Do Salon Managers Do?
Salon Manager Tasks
- Manage personnel, creating schedules, coordinating and/or providing training and professional development, and conducting payroll.
- Support salon marketing and talent management, recruiting stylists and building salon brand.
- Monitor and assess business performance, establishing plans to meet financial goals and identifying growth opportunities.
- Manage supply inventory and purchasing, track deliveries, and ensure orders remain within budget.
- Manage salon finances, such as budgets, sales, and expenses, and prepare reports for general management.
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Common Health Benefits for a Salon Manager
Medical
38%
Dental
27%
Vision
24%
None
59%
Gender Breakdown for Salon Managers
Female
76.5%
Male
23.5%
This data is based on 34 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Salon Managers
What is the highest pay for Salon Managers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Salon Manager is $27.10 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Salon Managers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Salon Manager is $12.01 / hour
How can Salon Managers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Salon Manager is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Salon Manager that oversees more junior Salon Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.