How to become shampooerseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$32,600
25th–75th pct. $28,550–$35,550
Top pay (est.)
$49,700
Top 10% $38,240
Pay in 5 years
$38,500est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$45,500est.
$39,100–$52,800
Outlook score
64/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
10%
Very low
Job growth (10 yr)
+5.6%
2,200 openings / yr
How to become shampooers
Typical education
No formal educational credential
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Shampooers
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Performing for or Working Directly with the PublicEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsHandling and Moving ObjectsCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsAssisting and Caring for OthersPerforming General Physical ActivitiesUpdating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Important abilities
Near VisionOral ExpressionManual DexterityTrunk StrengthFinger DexteritySpeech Recognition
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 2 — some preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★☆☆☆☆ Easy to enter (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as shampooers
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.