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Salary Expectations
| Job Title | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| Esthetician | $16.55 - $24.00 |
| Hairstylist (Ontario) | $16.55 - $30.77 |
| Hairstylist (Toronto) | $16.55 - $32.31 |
| Makeup Artist and Wig Maker | $17.00 - $47.38 |
| Salon/Spa Services Manager | $17.00 - $56.84 |
Hairstylist
The average salary for Hairstylists in Canada is $61,769 per year, with an additional cash compensation of $19,627, which can include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing.*
Hairstylists typically choose 1 of 2 paths: to join an established hair salon or to practice independently or start their own salon. Wage largely depends on the ability to build a steady clientele. Most hairstyling jobs are paid hourly with rate based on experience. Hairstylists often receive tips which increases expected hourly rate. Wages of those working independently will vary based on cutting rates and client base.**
Salon Owner
The average annual salary for Salon Owner in Canada is $90,873, with an average $11,629 additional cash compensation, which could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing.*
Esthetician
Estheticians in Canada earn an average annual salary of $69,124. The average additional cash compensation for an Esthetician per year is $34,036. This could include cash bonus, commission, tips and profit sharing.*
Salaries vary widely in this area and will be higher for managerial roles. The type of industry and level of expertise and experience may all have an impact on salary.**
*Source: Glassdoor
**Source: ontariocolleges.ca
Labour Market Conditions
Esthetician
The balance between labour supply and demand seen in recent years is expected to continue in Canada over the 2022-2031 period, with 21,200 expected new job openings and 17,600 new job seekers. In Ontario, the employment outlook is expected to remain relatively stable. 31% of this occupation group are self-employed compared to 12% for all occupations, with 36% of those in this occupation having attained a college certificate or diploma, making this educational attainment the top group.
Hairstylist
Labour demand and labour supply are expected to be broadly in line for this occupation group over the 2022-2031 period nationally. 35,200 new job seekers are expected to be available to fill 42,500 expected new job openings. The employment outlook for this group will be moderate with employment expected to remain relatively stable. The majority of this occupation are in the personal care services industry, followed by others being self-employed. Employment growth will occur due to population growth in many areas of the province adding to the customer base, opportunities to provide services in residential care facilities, or to niche markets, such as in-home services for the increasing number of seniors, and the ability to meet the hair-service needs of the province’s growing diverse population. 39% of this occupation are self-employed, compared to the average of 12% for all occupations.
Makeup Artist and Wig Maker
Job openings and job seekers are projected to be at relatively similar levels in Canada through 2031. New job openings are expected to total 55,000 while 49,100 new job seekers are expected to be available to fill the jobs. Ontario's employment outlook will be moderate with employment growth leading to several new positions and a moderate number of positions from retirements. 78% of people in this occupation work full-time. They mainly work in the management and administrative services sector.
Salon/Spa Services Manager
Managers in customer and personal services in Canada can expect to see 8,200 new job openings through 2031, while 7,900 new job seekers are expected to be available to fill them. Ontario’s employment outlook is expected to be moderate with employment growth leading to several new positions. 47% in this occupation are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.