Esthetician schools in Los Angeles, CA
18 schools within 30 miles of Los Angeles, CA offer esthetician programs, and 4 are in Los Angeles itself. Estheticians in California earn a median $38,770 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 18
- Closest
- 6 mi
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in CA
- $38,770
What estheticians earn in California
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Esthetician salary in CaliforniaHow to become an esthetician
- Median pay
- $38,770
- $18.64 an hour
- Typical range
- $34,650–$77,160
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CA
- 11,360
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +8.8%
- 14,200 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 esthetician schools to Los Angeles?
The closest are Los Angeles College of Aesthetics (Los Angeles, 6 mi), Paul Mitchell the School-Sherman Oaks (Sherman Oaks, 10 mi), and KC Beauty Academy (Los Angeles, 10 mi). In total, 18 schools within 30 miles teach esthetician.
How much do esthetician programs near Los Angeles cost?
For the 16 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,536 to $27,156. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do estheticians make near Los Angeles?
Across California, the median pay is $38,770 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a esthetician school in Los Angeles?
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.
Esthetician schools in nearby cities
- Torrance (13 mi)
- Downey (17 mi)
- Pasadena (18 mi)
- Norwalk (20 mi)
- Santa Fe Springs (21 mi)
- Long Beach (22 mi)
- Simi Valley (26 mi)
- Santa Clarita (28 mi)
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