Occupations
32
tracked in this field
Average Median
$42,500
across the field
Highest Paying
$97,150
Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance
Entry Point
$32,150
Amusement and Recreation Attendants
All Personal Care & Service salaries, ranked
Sorted by median annual pay in official BLS estimates. Click any job for its full salary report, including pay by state.
| Occupation | Median salary | Hourly | Typical education | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance | $97,150 | $46.71 | High school diploma or equivalent | 2,000 |
| First-Line Supervisor of Gambling Services Workers | $63,820 | $30.68 | High school diploma or equivalent | 26,000 |
| Embalmer | $58,780 | $28.26 | High school diploma or equivalent | 4,000 |
| Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers | $55,010 | $26.45 | High school diploma or equivalent | 25,000 |
| Costume Attendant | $50,400 | $24.23 | High school diploma or equivalent | 7,000 |
| First-Line Supervisor of Personal Service Workers | $48,590 | $23.36 | High school diploma or equivalent | 114,000 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services | $48,560 | $23.35 | High school diploma or equivalent | 103,000 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $47,160 | $22.67 | High school diploma or equivalent | 323,000 |
| Skincare Specialist | $45,330 | $21.79 | High school diploma or equivalent | 73,000 |
| Crematory Operator | $43,650 | $20.99 | High school diploma or equivalent | 3,000 |
| Residential Advisor | $42,240 | $20.31 | High school diploma or equivalent | 85,000 |
| Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other | $41,600 | $20.00 | High school diploma or equivalent | 60,000 |
| Animal Trainer | $39,990 | $19.23 | High school diploma or equivalent | 19,000 |
| Concierge | $38,950 | $18.73 | High school diploma or equivalent | 49,000 |
| Motion Picture Projectionist | $38,270 | $18.40 | High school diploma or equivalent | 1,000 |
| Barber | $38,210 | $18.37 | High school diploma or equivalent | 15,000 |
| Tour and Travel Guides | $38,120 | $18.33 | High school diploma or equivalent | 54,000 |
| Baggage Porters and Bellhops | $37,080 | $17.83 | High school diploma or equivalent | 29,000 |
| Recreation Worker | $36,560 | $17.58 | High school diploma or equivalent | 331,000 |
| Gambling Service Worker, All Other | $36,310 | $17.46 | High school diploma or equivalent | 14,000 |
| Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants | $36,300 | $17.45 | High school diploma or equivalent | 16,000 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $35,790 | $17.21 | High school diploma or equivalent | 306,000 |
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $35,760 | $17.19 | High school diploma or equivalent | 153,000 |
| Funeral Attendant | $35,680 | $17.15 | High school diploma or equivalent | 31,000 |
| Animal Caretaker | $35,360 | $17.00 | High school diploma or equivalent | 267,000 |
| Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners | $34,980 | $16.82 | High school diploma or equivalent | 9,000 |
| Childcare Worker | $34,980 | $16.82 | High school diploma or equivalent | 519,000 |
| Gambling Dealer | $34,320 | $16.50 | High school diploma or equivalent | 84,000 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $32,910 | $15.82 | High school diploma or equivalent | 122,000 |
| Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers, All Other | $32,640 | $15.69 | High school diploma or equivalent | 7,000 |
| Shampooer | $32,600 | $15.67 | High school diploma or equivalent | 8,000 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $32,150 | $15.46 | High school diploma or equivalent | 398,000 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average Personal Care & Service salary?
Across the 32 personal care & service occupations tracked in BLS data, the average median salary is $42,500 per year. Individual roles range from $32,150 to $97,150.
What is the highest-paying Personal Care & Service job?
Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance is the highest-paying personal care & service occupation in official BLS estimates, with a median salary of $97,150 per year.
What education do Personal Care & Service jobs require?
It varies by role — the table above shows the typical entry-level education for each occupation, sourced from O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). Many specialist roles need a degree, while support and trainee roles often need a certificate or less.
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