What are the main factors that influence a Barber's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Barber?

Barber salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Barber roles are District of Columbia $39,484, California $39,334, Massachusetts $38,810. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Barber roles make?

Salaries for Barber level roles vary by specialization: Barber Shop Manager: $53,880; Barber Instructor: $37,379; Barber Or Beauty Shop Manager: $34,644; Professional Barber: $34,036; Licensed Barber: $33,047.

Barber Salary in Delaware

How much does a Barber make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Barber in Delaware is $36,114 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): $50,209
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $29,073 to $43,492
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $22,663

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Barber Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,492	$3,624	$836	$21
Average	$36,114	$3,010	$695	$17
25th Percentile	$29,073	$2,423	$559	$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.

How Do Barber Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Barbers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $39,484.
California: $39,334.
Massachusetts: $38,810.

District of Columbia $39,484 California $39,334 Massachusetts $38,810 Washington $38,667 New Jersey $38,653 Alaska $38,603 Connecticut $38,111 New York $37,911

Hawaii $37,273 Rhode Island $36,973 Maryland $36,770 Minnesota $36,492 Colorado $36,385 Illinois $36,349 Oregon $36,214 Delaware $36,114

New Hampshire $36,051 Virginia $35,911 Pennsylvania $35,501 Nevada $35,294 North Dakota $35,226 Michigan $35,119 Wisconsin $35,080 Vermont $35,001

Texas $34,784 Maine $34,770 Arizona $34,748 Ohio $34,723 Georgia $34,395 Indiana $34,231 Wyoming $34,199 Utah $34,149

Iowa $34,128 Kansas $33,957 Louisiana $33,907 North Carolina $33,889 Missouri $33,882 Florida $33,743 Montana $33,668 Nebraska $33,596

Kentucky $33,557 South Carolina $33,414 Tennessee $33,325 Idaho $33,290 New Mexico $33,029 Oklahoma $32,972 Alabama $32,762 South Dakota $32,409

Arkansas $32,216 West Virginia $32,113 Mississippi $31,803

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:

Lincoln: $37,376
Little Creek: $37,031
Magnolia: $37,184

Lincoln, DE $37,376 Little Creek, DE $37,031 Magnolia, DE $37,184 Milford, DE $37,376 Marydel, DE $36,891 Millsboro, DE $37,376 Millville, DE $37,626 Milton, DE $37,376

Nassau, DE $37,376 Ocean View, DE $37,626 Rehoboth Beach, DE $37,626 Seaford, DE $36,984 Selbyville, DE $37,626 Smyrna, DE $36,849 Viola, DE $37,184 Woodside, DE $37,077

Bear, DE $36,578 Newark, DE $36,592 Claymont, DE $36,620 Delaware City, DE $36,592 Hockessin, DE $36,620 Kirkwood, DE $36,592 Middletown, DE $36,774 Montchanin, DE $36,620

New Castle, DE $36,620 Odessa, DE $36,824 Port Penn, DE $36,492 Rockland, DE $36,620 Saint Georges, DE $36,592 Townsend, DE $36,770 Winterthur, DE $36,620 Lewes, DE $37,376

Wilmington, DE $36,620 Dover, DE $37,013 Dover Afb, DE $37,098 Bethany Beach, DE $37,626 Bethel, DE $36,984 Bridgeville, DE $37,376 Camden Wyoming, DE $37,052 Cheswold, DE $36,927

Clayton, DE $36,834 Dagsboro, DE $37,626 Delmar, DE $36,984 Ellendale, DE $37,376 Felton, DE $37,376 Fenwick Island, DE $37,626 Frankford, DE $37,626 Frederica, DE $37,376

Georgetown, DE $37,376 Greenwood, DE $37,376 Harbeson, DE $37,376 Harrington, DE $37,376 Hartly, DE $36,817 Houston, DE $37,376 Kenton, DE $36,834 Laurel, DE $36,984

Yorklyn, DE $36,620

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

$29,073

Average $36,114/year

$43,492

$2,423

Average $3,010/month

$3,624

$559

Average $695/week

$836

$14

Average $17/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,492	$3,624	$836	$21
Average	$36,114	$3,010	$695	$17
25th Percentile	$29,073	$2,423	$559	$14

Barber Salary Growth & Career Path

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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 $47,592 - a projected growth of 32% over your current level.

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