Shampoo and rinse customers' hair.
Shampooers
SOC: 39-5093 O*NET: 39-5093.00
Median Salary
$31,470
per year
Job Growth
📈 5.5%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
2.7
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Shampoo and rinse customers' hair.
What does a Shampooers do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$22,880
10th percentile
Early Career
$27,390
25th percentile
Median
$31,470
50th percentile
Experienced
$35,610
75th percentile
Top Earners
$35,970
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$22,880
25th
$27,390
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$31,470
Mean: $30,830
75th
$35,610
90th
$35,970
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $13,090 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $27,390 and $35,610
- •Salary spread is 26.1% around the median, showing moderate variation
- •Total national employment: 8,890 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:18,500
Top Industries
Other Services (except Public Administration)98.3%
Personal and Laundry Services98.3%
Personal Care Services98.3%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+5.5%
Annual Openings:2,700
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)18,500
Current
2034 (Projected)19,600
+5.5%
+1,000
Employment Change
+5.5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Shampooers professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 18 locations
California
1,790 jobs$35,9701.72x
New Jersey
1,400 jobs$31,4705.71x
Pennsylvania
1,210 jobs$27,2803.50x
Virginia
790 jobs$26,9103.37x
New York
710 jobs$32,0501.29x
Georgia
700 jobs$26,5102.50x
Illinois
490 jobs$29,2801.41x
Maryland
420 jobs$31,2002.67x
District of Columbia
200 jobs$36,3204.80x
Alabama
180 jobs$20,9701.47x
Delaware
170 jobs$27,6706.06x
Louisiana
160 jobs$28,1301.44x
Connecticut
0 jobs$32,6400.00x
Florida
0 jobs$27,0400.00x
Tennessee
0 jobs$26,4200.00x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Speaking
100%
#2
Active Listening
70%
#3
Service Orientation
40%
Skills Overview
Speaking
advanced5.0
100%
Active Listening
intermediate3.5
70%
Service Orientation
basic2.0
40%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Speaking
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
Active Listening
intermediateImportance70%
skills
3.5/5.0
Service Orientation
basicImportance40%
skills
2.0/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Food Servers, Nonrestaurant100%
3 shared skills
Amusement and Recreation Attendants75%
3 shared skills
Cashiers75%
3 shared skills
Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop75%
3 shared skills
Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants75%
3 shared skills
Manicurists and Pedicurists75%
3 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Speaking
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Speaking
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Speaking
- ★Active Listening
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Shampooers
Technology Intensity
Medium
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires intermediate digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Office productivity softwareIndustry-specific applicationsBasic data entry and managementDigital communication tools
🔥
Hot Technologies in Demand
These technologies are currently trending and highly sought after in this field
Technology Stack
Technology Stack Overview
Key technologies used in this career
Facebook
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏢
Location
MOSTLY INDOOR
💪
Physical Demand
MODERATE
👥
Team Orientation
MOSTLY TEAM
🤝
Customer Interaction
CONSTANT
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in mostly indoor environments?
- •Can you meet moderate physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy mostly team team environments?
- •Are you comfortable working with safety protocols and protective equipment?
What are the key tasks?
Tasks & Responsibilities
4
Core Tasks
4
Daily Tasks
20
Work Activities
0
Emerging Tasks
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General Responsibilities (3)Documentation & Record-Keeping (1)
1
Massage, shampoo, and condition patron's hair and scalp to clean them and remove excess oil.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities100% perform100%
2
Advise patrons with chronic or potentially contagious scalp conditions to seek medical treatment.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities97% perform98%
3
Treat scalp conditions and hair loss, using specialized lotions, shampoos, or equipment such as infrared lamps or vibrating equipment.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities94% perform96%
4
Maintain treatment records.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping91% perform94%
💡 Key Takeaways
- •Daily tasks focus primarily on general responsibilities activities
- •100% of tasks are performed by most workers in this occupation
- •Career advancement brings increased leadership and strategic responsibilities
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Shampooers
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Shampooers professionals typically have a RSC Holland code and highly value relationships
RRealistic
SSocial
CConventional
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Shampooers
Self-Control
Very ImportantSelf-Control
Importance Level4.14
Dependability
Very ImportantDependability
Importance Level4.14
Concern for Others
Very ImportantConcern for Others
Importance Level4.10
Stress Tolerance
Very ImportantStress Tolerance
Importance Level4.10
Adaptability/Flexibility
Very ImportantAdaptability/Flexibility
Importance Level4.10
Integrity
Very ImportantIntegrity
Importance Level4.08
Complete Work Styles Profile
Self-Control
4.1
Dependability
4.1
Concern for Others
4.1
Stress Tolerance
4.1
Adaptability/Flexibility
4.1
Integrity
4.1
Social Orientation
4.0
Attention to Detail
4.0
Initiative
3.9
Cooperation
3.9
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical duration: High school diploma or GED
Preparation Level
Job Zone 2
Some Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:High school diploma or equivalent
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Training:
Training of a few months to a year
💼 Experience Requirement
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience
- • Vocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)
- • Industry certifications helpful
2
Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experienceVocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)Industry certifications helpful
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