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Manicurist Salary in Ohio (2026)

Ohio ranks 26th of 50 states for Manicurist pay, with a median about 1% below the national average. Of the 3,680 Manicurist jobs BLS counts in Ohio, the typical worker earns $35,590 a year — though pay ranges from $26,650 for newcomers to $53,260 at the top.

Manicurist pay range in Ohio

Percentile	Annual wage	Meaning
10th percentile (entry)	$26,650	Lowest-paid 10% earn less than this
25th percentile	$28,390	A quarter earn less
Median (50th)	$35,590	Half earn more, half earn less
75th percentile	$45,240	Top quarter starts here
90th percentile (top)	$53,260	Highest-paid 10% earn more than this

BLS reports 3,680 Manicurist jobs in Ohio (occupation code 39-5092, “Manicurists and Pedicurists”).

Gross vs. take-home in Ohio

A median Manicurist salary of $35,590 doesn’t all reach your bank account. After federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare, plus Ohio state income tax, a single filer keeps about $30,514 — an effective tax rate of 14.3%.

Gross (median)	$35,590
Federal income tax	−$2,091
Social Security + Medicare	−$2,723
Ohio state income tax	−$262
Take-home (annual)	$30,514
Take-home (monthly)	$2,543

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Manicurist make in Ohio?

The median Manicurist salary in Ohio is $35,590 per year ($17.11 per hour) according to the latest BLS data. The middle 50% earn between $28,390 and $45,240.

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

On the median salary of $35,590, a single filer in Ohio takes home about $30,514 per year ($2,543 per month) after federal tax, FICA, and state income tax — an effective tax rate of 14.3%.

How many Manicurist jobs are there in Ohio?

BLS counts 3,680 Manicurist jobs in Ohio in the latest survey (May 2025).

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