Nail tech schools in Missouri
Looking for nail technician schools in Missouri? There are 10, including 1 public college and 9 private career schools. Nail technicians in Missouri earn a median $39,100 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 10
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in MO
- $39,100
- Cities with schools
- 2
Nail tech schools by city
- Kansas City (3 within 30 mi)
- Lee's Summit (3 within 30 mi)
What nail technicians earn in Missouri
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Nail technician salary in MissouriHow to become a nail technician
- Median pay
- $39,100
- $18.80 an hour
- Typical range
- $28,600–$55,240
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MO
- 1,630
- 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 Missouri?
We list 10 schools in Missouri with nail technician programs: 1 public college and 9 private career schools. Campuses are in Springfield, Sedalia, Saint Robert, Saint Louis, and Blue Springs.
Are there community college nail technician programs in Missouri?
Yes. 1 public college in Missouri 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 Missouri?
Among the 10 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,166 to $28,418. 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 Missouri?
The median pay for nail technicians in Missouri is $39,100 a year, and most earn between $28,600 and $55,240, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a nail technician school in Missouri?
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.
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Nail tech schools in other states
- Florida (57)
- California (54)
- Texas (47)
- Puerto Rico (24)
- Ohio (23)
- Michigan (20)
- Pennsylvania (19)
- Oregon (14)
- Utah (14)
- Georgia (13)
- North Carolina (13)
- Tennessee (13)
- Oklahoma (12)
- Wisconsin (12)
- Idaho (11)
- Indiana (11)