How are nail technicians paid?

Nail Technicians may work as an independent contractor in a salon, setting their own prices for the services they provide. Other Nail Technicians work as employees in a salon, earning a median pay of $10.65 per hour in 2016, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The forms of payment the Nail Technician accepts are mandated by the salon, with the exception of tips, which are usually paid in cash.