Best Esthetician Schools in Salem, Virginia (2026)

Updated May 26, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Salem sits within the Virginia esthetician workforce, served by accredited training providers. For context, the state median annual wage for this occupation is approximately $39,350 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

Salem Quick Facts

MetricValueSource
State median annual wage$39,350BLS OEWS, May 2025
State employment1,970 workersBLS OEWS, May 2025
Salem County unemployment rate2.9%BLS LAUS, 2024
Virginia location quotient1.02BLS OEWS, May 2025

Nearby Cities

What You’ll Find Below

The school listings below are sorted by proximity to Salem. Each entry includes the school name, address, and the credentials offered. Use the Salem County and Virginia figures above as a reference point when comparing program length, schedule, and tuition.

Esthetician Schools near Salem

Esthetician Salary Snapshot

U.S.
U.S. Median Pay $45,330 $21.79 per hour
Job Outlook 6.7% 6,500 jobs (2024–2034)
14,500 openings/yr
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 39-5094 Source: BLS OEWS

Esthetician Salary in U.S.

Median Salary $45,330 $21.79/hr
Average Salary $51,850 $24.93/hr

Salary Range

$29,580 10th pctl
$45,330 Median
$82,050 90th pctl
10th Percentile $29,580 $14.22/hr
25th Percentile $36,040 $17.33/hr
75th Percentile $59,700 $28.70/hr
90th Percentile $82,050 $39.45/hr

Employment & Outlook

Total Employed72,890
Growth (2024-2034)6.7%
Annual Openings14,500
Jobs per 1,0000.5

Skincare Specialists (39-5094) • BLS OEWS, May 2025 • bls.gov/oes

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