"How long does it take to become an esthetician in Idaho?"

"The primary Idaho license requires approximately 600 hours of qualifying experience, which is roughly 0.3 years of full-time work."

"What apprenticeships are available for estheticians in Idaho?"

"In Idaho, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Idaho Department of Labor - Registered Apprenticeship, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become An Esthetician in Idaho

Q: "How much do estheticians earn in Idaho?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), estheticians in Idaho earned a median annual wage of approximately $34,130. Employment concentration in Idaho is about 1.80 times the national average for this occupation."

Q: "Do estheticians need a license in Idaho?"

"Yes. Idaho requires state-level licensing or registration for estheticians, administered by the The Idaho State Board of Cosmetologists - Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements."

Q: "What is the job outlook for estheticians in Idaho?"

"Idaho currently employs approximately 720 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 6.7% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Idaho skincare specialists earn a median annual wage of $34,130 ($16.41/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 720 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately -24.7% below the national median of $45,330 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $34,130 ($16.41/hr)
25th percentile: $21,950 per year
75th percentile: $43,880 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $55,560 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $21,630 per year
Workers employed in Idaho: 720
Versus national median: -24.7% below the U.S. median of $45,330
Job concentration: Location quotient 1.80 - this occupation is more concentrated in Idaho than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

Idaho employs approximately 720 estheticians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $34,130 ¹. The state’s concentration of esthetician jobs is 1.80x the national average, indicating strong demand. Nationally, esthetician employment is projected to grow 6.7% from 2024 to 2034, with about 14,500 openings per year ². This page covers how to become an esthetician in Idaho, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming An Esthetician in Idaho

How do I become an esthetician in Idaho? Idaho requires credentials such as Esthetician, Esthetician - Instructor. The licensing authority is the The Idaho State Board of Cosmetologists - Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses ³. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? The primary license requires approximately 600 hours of experience (roughly 0.3 years of full-time work) ³.

Do I need a license in Idaho? Yes. Idaho has licensing or registration requirements for estheticians. The The Idaho State Board of Cosmetologists - Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses oversees licensing ³. See the licensing section below for details.

What do estheticians earn in Idaho? The median annual wage for estheticians in Idaho is $34,130 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $21,630 and experienced professionals can earn $55,560 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Licensing authority: The Idaho State Board of Cosmetologists - Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses
Median wage (Idaho): $34,130 per year ¹
Exam requirement: State exam required

Esthetician License Requirements in Idaho

The The Idaho State Board of Cosmetologists - Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses oversees esthetician licensing in Idaho ³.

License Types

License	Requirements
Esthetician	Estheticians must be licensed by the Idaho State Board of Cosmetology.
Esthetician - Instructor	Esthetics instructors must be licensed in the State of Idaho. In order to obtain a license, an applicant must: 1) Complete twelve (12) semester college credit hours or equivalent of required instructi…

Additional Requirements

Background check: No criminal record prohibitions
Exam: State exam required
Experience: Work experience required

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ⁴.

Esthetician Wages by Metro Area in Idaho

Skincare Specialists Wages by Metro Area in Idaho

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), skincare specialists wages in Idaho vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Boise City	320	$34,200	$39,010	$21,630	$64,180
Coeur d'Alene	140	$34,700	$36,830	$21,950	$55,560
Idaho Falls	50	$32,810	$41,700	$20,940	$61,240
Twin Falls	50	$32,240	$35,090	$18,720	$52,740

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Estheticians in Idaho

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest esthetician employment within Idaho according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Boise City	320	$34,200
Coeur d’Alene	140	$34,700
Idaho Falls	50	$32,810
Twin Falls	50	$32,240

Explore esthetician programs in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho Falls, and Twin Falls.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for estheticians in Idaho? Idaho currently employs approximately 720 estheticians ¹. Nationally, esthetician employment is projected to grow 6.7% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as an esthetician in Idaho with an out-of-state license? Contact the The Idaho State Board of Cosmetologists - Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Idaho? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Idaho.

How much do estheticians earn in Idaho compared to the national average? The median annual wage for estheticians in Idaho is $34,130, which is $7,430 below the national median of $41,560 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
The Idaho State Board of Cosmetologists - Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses - Licensing Information: http://ibol.idaho.gov/IBOL/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
CareerOneStop - Licensed Occupations: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-licenses.aspx ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)