Shampooer Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Shampooers in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$37,070
per year
Hourly Rate
$17.82
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+14% vs US median
US median $32,600
State Rank
#3 of 20
1,210 employed here

How much does a Shampooer make in New York?

A Shampooer working in New York earns a median salary of $37,070 per year, or about $17.82 per hour. That is 14% above the national median of $32,600 for this occupation.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $32,240 while the top 10% make $40,720 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $34,300 and $40,720 a year.

Shampooer salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$32,240$15.50
25th percentile (early career)$34,300$16.49
50th percentile (median)$37,070$17.82
75th percentile (experienced)$40,720$19.58
90th percentile (top earners)$40,720$19.58

How New York compares

New York ranks 3rd out of 20 states and territories for Shampooer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$38,870
2California$37,080
3New York$37,070
4Maryland$34,900
5Massachusetts$34,840

Working as a Shampooer in New York

Nationally, about 8,000 people work as Shampooers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($37,070) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Shampooer make in New York?
The median Shampooer salary in New York is $37,070 per year, or about $17.82 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $32,240 at the entry level to $40,720 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Shampooers about 14% more than the national median of $32,600. New York ranks 3rd out of 20 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Shampooers?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $37,070 a year. About 1,210 Shampooers are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.