Mississippi Hair Styling Schools and Requirements

As of 2023, you need a full cosmetology license to be a hairstylist in Mississippi. Here, we'll dig into what this means, how you can achieve your hairdresser dreams, and the amount you could earn in this field.

Browse our directory of hair design schools in Mississippi, or skip ahead to learn about the state's hair design licensing requirements and job outlook.

Becoming a Hair Stylist in Mississippi

You must complete a 1,500-hour cosmetology program and pass licensing tests to become a hairstylist in Mississippi. Cosmetology school in the state includes nail and skin care coursework. Still, most of the classes and hands-on experience are in hair care. This means you can really hone your hair skills while learning other trades!

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If you want to focus more on hair services, you can attend hair school programs to get extra training or earn certifications in specific skills. Doing so may help you increase your pay, as you can show clients that you've gone above and beyond to excel at your craft.

Salaries for Mississippi Hairstylists

Depending on the source, Mississippi hairstylists average around $30,000-$40,000 annually. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) says that hairstylists, hairdressers, and cosmetologists made an average of $29,620 per year ($14.27 per hour) as of 2023. However, ZipRecruiter, which solely looked at hairdresser pay, reports an average of $40,044 ($19 per hour) for December 2023.

Pay is influenced by location, type of workplace, years of experience, specialties, and more. If you want to better understand how much you could earn, speak to other hairdressers in the area.

Contact the Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology