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Manicurist Salary in Kansas (2026)

Kansas ranks 42nd of 50 states for Manicurist pay, with a median about 14% below the national average. Of the 1,510 Manicurist jobs BLS counts in Kansas, the typical worker earns $30,930 a year — though pay ranges from $21,320 for newcomers to $44,820 at the top.

Manicurist pay range in Kansas

Percentile	Annual wage	Meaning
10th percentile (entry)	$21,320	Lowest-paid 10% earn less than this
25th percentile	$27,520	A quarter earn less
Median (50th)	$30,930	Half earn more, half earn less
75th percentile	$37,550	Top quarter starts here
90th percentile (top)	$44,820	Highest-paid 10% earn more than this

BLS reports 1,510 Manicurist jobs in Kansas (occupation code 39-5092, “Manicurists and Pedicurists”).

Gross vs. take-home in Kansas

A median Manicurist salary of $30,930 doesn’t all reach your bank account. After federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare, plus Kansas state income tax, a single filer keeps about $25,595 — an effective tax rate of 17.2%.

Gross (median)	$30,930
Federal income tax	−$1,532
Social Security + Medicare	−$2,366
Kansas state income tax	−$1,437
Take-home (annual)	$25,595
Take-home (monthly)	$2,133

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Manicurist make in Kansas?

The median Manicurist salary in Kansas is $30,930 per year ($14.87 per hour) according to the latest BLS data. The middle 50% earn between $27,520 and $37,550.

What is the take-home pay for a Manicurist in Kansas?

On the median salary of $30,930, a single filer in Kansas takes home about $25,595 per year ($2,133 per month) after federal tax, FICA, and state income tax — an effective tax rate of 17.2%.

How many Manicurist jobs are there in Kansas?

BLS counts 1,510 Manicurist jobs in Kansas in the latest survey (May 2025).

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