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

"Most paths into the esthetician field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"Do estheticians need a license in Maryland?"

"Yes. Maryland requires state-level licensing or registration for estheticians, administered by the Maryland Department of Labor - State Board of Cosmetology. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements."

"What apprenticeships are available for estheticians in Maryland?"

"In Maryland, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training, 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 Maryland

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

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), estheticians in Maryland earned a median annual wage of approximately $46,590. Employment concentration in Maryland is roughly 0.87 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

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

"Maryland currently employs approximately 1,130 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

Maryland employs approximately 1,130 estheticians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $46,590 ¹. 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 Maryland, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming An Esthetician in Maryland

How do I become an esthetician in Maryland? Maryland requires credentials such as LIMITED ESTHETICIAN, STUDENT - ESTHETICIAN, APPRENTICE LIMITED ESTHETICIAN. The licensing authority is the Maryland Department of Labor - State Board of Cosmetology ³. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

Do I need a license in Maryland? Yes. Maryland has licensing or registration requirements for estheticians. The Maryland Department of Labor - State Board of Cosmetology oversees licensing ³. See the licensing section below for details.

What do estheticians earn in Maryland? The median annual wage for estheticians in Maryland is $46,590 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $35,580 and experienced professionals can earn $79,940 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: Maryland Department of Labor - State Board of Cosmetology
Median wage (Maryland): $46,590 per year ¹

Esthetician License Requirements in Maryland

The Maryland Department of Labor - State Board of Cosmetology oversees esthetician licensing in Maryland ³.

License Types

License	Requirements
LIMITED ESTHETICIAN
STUDENT - ESTHETICIAN
APPRENTICE LIMITED ESTHETICIAN

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ⁴.

Esthetician Wages by Metro Area in Maryland

Skincare Specialists Wages by Metro Area in Maryland

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

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington	1,460	$43,570	$47,630	$23,990	$81,680
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria	1,300	$46,620	$57,460	$36,940	$107,050
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson	630	$58,930	$55,600	$36,050	$85,420
Hagerstown-Martinsburg	40	$36,820	$43,920	$29,720	$70,300

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 Maryland

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

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson	630	$58,930
Hagerstown-Martinsburg	40	$36,820

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for estheticians in Maryland? Maryland currently employs approximately 1,130 estheticians ¹. Nationally, esthetician employment is projected to grow 6.7% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as an esthetician in Maryland with an out-of-state license? Contact the Maryland Department of Labor - State Board of Cosmetology for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

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

How much do estheticians earn in Maryland compared to the national average? The median annual wage for estheticians in Maryland is $46,590, which is $5,030 above 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/ ↩︎ ↩︎
Maryland Department of Labor - State Board of Cosmetology - Licensing Information: https://www.dllr.state.md.us/license/cos/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
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)