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Esthetician

A comprehensive guide to Esthetician licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$43,094 / yr

Min. Education

Specific course required

Job Outlook

Stable

Top Paying State

Maine

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
ME
MaineCompact: No
73,500Avg. Growth
Tied to businessSpecific course required6-24 monthsDetails
WA
WashingtonCompact: Yes
64,880Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
VT
VermontCompact: Yes
61,060Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseSpecific course required6-24 monthsDetails
ND
North DakotaCompact: Pending
52,510Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseSpecific course required6-24 monthsDetails
NE
NebraskaCompact: Yes
52,010Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
OR
OregonCompact: No
52,000Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails