Barber Salary in the United States

How much does a Barber make in the United States?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Barber in the United States is $35,661 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a Barber's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,579
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $28,709 to $42,946
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $22,379
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Barber Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $42,946 $3,579 $826 $21
Average $35,661 $2,972 $686 $17
25th Percentile $28,709 $2,392 $552 $14
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Key Factors That Influence Barber Salaries

A Barber's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Top Paying Cities for Barbers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $44,979
  • San Francisco: $44,537
  • Oakland: $43,549

What Skills Can Increase a Barber's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 44.11% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Spring (Mentioned in 0.73% Job Postings): Spring is the season during which the natural world revives and reinvigorates after the colder winter months. During spring, dormant plants begin to grow again, new seedlings sprout out of the ground and hibernating animals awake.
  • Square (Mentioned in 0.27% Job Postings): Square in geometry, a plane figure with four equal sides and four right (90°) angles. A square is a special kind of rectangle and a special kind of parallelogram.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 44.11%
Spring 0.73%
Square 0.27%

Barber Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Barber's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on February 01, 2026

Barber Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Barber, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Spa Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $46,995 - a projected growth of 32% over your current level.

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FAQ about Barber

1. Where can a Barber earn the most?

A Barber's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Barber earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Barber is $44,979.

2. What is the highest pay for Barber?

The highest pay for Barber is $49,579.

3. What is the lowest pay for Barber?

The lowest pay for Barber is $22,379.

4. What are the responsibilities of Barber?

Cuts, shapes, trims, and tapers hair. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Requires at least 2-4 years experience cutting hair. May be required to be licensed as a barber. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager.

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

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