Does Madison Reed pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Madison Reed employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Madison Reed. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Madison Reed?

73% of Madison Reed employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Madison Reed 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Madison Reed?

Colorist (31) , General Manager (31) , Assistant Colorist (25) , Hair Colorist (16) , Shift Lead (16) , Color Crew (9) , Marketing (7) , Area Manager (4) , Hair Stylist (4) , Manager (4) , Receptionist (4) , Stylist (4) , Associate Colorist (3) , Colorist Assistant (3) , District Manager (3)

What are the pros of working at Madison Reed according to real employee reviews?

"Great pay, easy and fast paced" ((in 20 reviews)); "Benefits are good" ((in 19 reviews)); "My team is great and I love coming to work!" ((in 14 reviews)); "Most of the people are nice." ((in 13 reviews)); "Great Leadership" ((in 11 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Madison Reed according to real employee reviews?

"No work life balance and over whelming" ((in 10 reviews)); "Poor management." ((in 8 reviews)); "Alll upper management and hair color bar management is horrible including district managers." ((in 6 reviews)); "All communication is done thru Slack." ((in 5 reviews)); "Also their policy of reporting any issues internally by sending emails to your manager Foster is a toxic work environment, where you are being spoken to on a daily basis by management" ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about Madison Reed layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Madison Reed layoffs and their outlook for job security at Madison Reed in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Madison Reed locations?

San Francisco , New York , Los Angeles , Fort Worth , Montclair , Fairfax , Boca Raton , Pembroke Pines , Atlanta , Marietta , Dallas , Houston , Sugar Land , Long Beach , Woodland Hills , Roseville , Bethesda , Washington , Garland , Katy , Westlake Village , Corte Madera , San Ramon , Walnut Creek , Kirkland , Tampa , Rochester Hills , Coconut Creek , Coral Gables , Davie

Madison Reed reviews

3.8

73% would recommend to a friend

(55 total reviews)

Amy Errett

74% approve of CEO

66% positive business outlook

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5.0

Jul 7, 2026

Great team and growth opportunities, but transparency lacking

Assistant colorist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

eduation, growth within the company, amazing team, fair pay, with commission and tips.

Cons

company transparency. not clear communication when we are suppose to get our refresh of the salon.

Madison Reed Response

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Hi there, Hi there, We truly appreciate you taking the time to provide such encouraging feedback. Your insights are invaluable as they help us refine our company culture and stay true to our core mission. We look forward to being a part of your ongoing career development here at Madison Reed. Love, The People Team at MR Xoxo, The People Team at MR

5.0

May 14, 2026

The entire experience reflected a company that values both professionalism and people.

Shift lead

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

A company that cares about employee’s professional training.

Cons

I can only see Pros so far.

Madison Reed Response

1mo

Hey Beautiful, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and experience. Your courage to share your experiences is vital to our narrative. We’re excited to see where your career journey takes you with us! Xoxo, The People Team at MR

5.0

Feb 5, 2026

Supportive team and great environment to grow

Hair colorist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Clean, stylish, and professional salon environment. Clear dress code, strong teamwork, and a supportive atmosphere. Great opportunity for learning, growth, and continued education.

Cons

Color line does not contain ammonia, which may be an adjustment depending on personal color preferences.

Madison Reed Response

4mo

Hey Beautiful, Thank you for your wonderful review! Your voice brings so much joy to our community, and we’re thrilled that you share our values and embrace our mission. We can’t wait to celebrate your career journey with us! Xoxo, The People Team at MR

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