Cosmetology schools in Dallas, TX
19 schools within 30 miles of Dallas, TX offer cosmetology programs, and 4 are in Dallas itself. Cosmetologists in Texas earn a median $30,680 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 19
- Closest
- 3 mi
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in TX
- $30,680
What cosmetologists earn in Texas
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $30,680
- $14.75 an hour
- Typical range
- $23,580–$59,730
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TX
- 22,440
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +7.7%
- 73,400 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the closest cosmetology schools to Dallas?
The closest are Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-Dallas (Dallas, 3 mi), Buckner Barber School (Dallas, 6 mi), and Hands on Therapy (Mesquite, 9 mi). In total, 19 schools within 30 miles teach cosmetology.
How much do cosmetology programs near Dallas cost?
For the 19 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,933 to $33,369. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do cosmetologists make near Dallas?
Across Texas, the median pay is $30,680 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a cosmetology school in Dallas?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
Cosmetology schools in nearby cities
- Irving (13 mi)
- Grand Prairie (17 mi)
- Plano (18 mi)
- Rockwall (21 mi)
- Flower Mound (26 mi)
- Waxahachie (27 mi)
- Princeton (31 mi)
- Fort Worth (34 mi)
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