Nail tech schools in Idaho

We found 11 schools offering nail technician training in Idaho, with campuses in Boise, Twin Falls, Idaho Falls, and Burley and more. Nail technicians in Idaho earn a median $34,910 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
11
Public colleges
1
Median pay in ID
$34,910
Cities with schools
3

11 nail technician schools

School results

  1. Austin Kade Academy

    Idaho Falls, ID · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering
    • +1
  2. Aveda Institute-Boise

    Boise, ID · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering
    • +1
  3. Aveda Institute-Twin Falls

    Twin Falls, ID · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering
    • +1
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  5. Cosmetology School of Arts & Sciences

    Burley, ID · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering
    • +1
  6. Idaho State University

    Pocatello, ID · Public

    • Nail technician
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +23
  7. Nathan Layne Institute of Cosmetology

    Chubbuck, ID · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering
    • +1
  8. Oliver Finley Academy of Cosmetology

    Boise, ID · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician
  9. Paul Mitchell the School-Boise

    Boise, ID · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering
    • +1
  10. Paul Mitchell the School-Rexburg

    Rexburg, ID · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering
    • +1
  11. Paul Mitchell the School-Twin Falls

    Twin Falls, ID · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
  12. The Salon Professional Academy-Nampa

    Nampa, ID · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician

Nail tech schools by city

What nail technicians earn in Idaho

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$34,910
$16.78 an hour
Typical range
$25,150–$51,440
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in ID
160
Job growth, 2025–35
+9.2%
21,900 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

How many nail technician schools are in Idaho?

We list 11 schools in Idaho with nail technician programs: 1 public college and 10 private career schools. Campuses are in Boise, Twin Falls, Idaho Falls, Burley, and Pocatello.

Are there community college nail technician programs in Idaho?

Yes. 1 public college in Idaho offer nail technician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does nail technician school cost in Idaho?

Among the 11 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $12,193 to $26,248. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do nail technicians make in Idaho?

The median pay for nail technicians in Idaho is $34,910 a year, and most earn between $25,150 and $51,440, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a nail technician school in Idaho?

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.