Cosmetologist License Cost in Idaho
Documented Cosmetology license fees for Idaho are not published in this dataset, so the total cost varies. Check the current fee schedule with Idaho Board of Occupational Licenses — Cosmetology before budgeting.
Figures below come from the same dataset as the full guide and list only what the state publishes. Anything not published is marked “varies — check the board” rather than guessed.
Cosmetology license cost — Idaho at a glance
| Pre-license education | Varies — check the board |
| Exam fee | Varies — check the board |
| Application fee | Varies — check the board |
| License fee | Varies — check the board |
| Documented fees total | Not published |
| BLS median annual wage | $31,860 (hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists) |
Official source: Idaho Board of Occupational Licenses — Cosmetology ↗
Fees vs. median pay
The BLS median annual wage for hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists is $31,860. Actual local earnings vary widely by market and experience — use the career ROI tool to model your own numbers.
Frequently asked questions
What does a Cosmetology license cost in Idaho?
Documented fees for Idaho are not published in this dataset — check Idaho Board of Occupational Licenses — Cosmetology for the current fee schedule.
Are the exam fee and the license fee the same thing in Idaho?
No. The exam fee covers sitting for the test, while the application and license fees cover processing and issuing the credential. Each is listed separately in the table above where the state publishes it.
How much does Cosmetology training cost in Idaho?
Training-hour requirements for Idaho are not published here — ask Idaho Board of Occupational Licenses — Cosmetology for the approved programs and their costs.
Is a Cosmetology license in Idaho worth the cost?
The BLS median annual wage for hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists is $31,860. Earnings vary widely by state and market — treat this as a planning estimate, not a promise.
Budget your Cosmetology licensing in Idaho
Turn the fees above into a dated budget, then check what the Idaho board charges on top.
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This page is informational and not legal advice. Fees, pass rates and retake rules change frequently — verify all figures with Idaho Board of Occupational Licenses — Cosmetology and your exam vendor before paying (retrieved 2026-08-20).