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 $39,688, California $39,538, Massachusetts $39,011. 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: $54,159; Barber Instructor: $37,369; Barber Or Beauty Shop Manager: $34,626; Professional Barber: $34,035; Licensed Barber: $33,046.

Barber Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Barber make in Hawaii?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Barber in Hawaii is $37,466 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,089
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $30,162 to $45,120
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $23,511

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Barber Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,120	$3,760	$868	$22
Average	$37,466	$3,122	$721	$18
25th Percentile	$30,162	$2,513	$580	$15

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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: $39,688.
California: $39,538.
Massachusetts: $39,011.

District of Columbia $39,688 California $39,538 Massachusetts $39,011 Washington $38,868 New Jersey $38,853 Alaska $38,803 Connecticut $38,308 New York $38,108

Hawaii $37,466 Rhode Island $37,165 Maryland $36,961 Minnesota $36,681 Colorado $36,573 Illinois $36,538 Oregon $36,401 Delaware $36,301

New Hampshire $36,238 Virginia $36,097 Pennsylvania $35,684 Nevada $35,477 North Dakota $35,408 Michigan $35,301 Wisconsin $35,262 Vermont $35,183

Texas $34,964 Maine $34,950 Arizona $34,928 Ohio $34,903 Georgia $34,573 Indiana $34,408 Wyoming $34,376 Utah $34,326

Iowa $34,304 Kansas $34,132 Louisiana $34,082 North Carolina $34,064 Missouri $34,057 Florida $33,917 Montana $33,842 Nebraska $33,770

Kentucky $33,731 South Carolina $33,588 Tennessee $33,498 Idaho $33,462 New Mexico $33,200 Oklahoma $33,143 Alabama $32,932 South Dakota $32,577

Arkansas $32,383 West Virginia $32,279 Mississippi $31,967

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:

Aiea: $37,263
Anahola: $36,775
Captain Cook: $36,738

Aiea, HI $37,263 Anahola, HI $36,775 Captain Cook, HI $36,738 Eleele, HI $36,849 Ewa Beach, HI $37,230 Kapolei, HI $37,200 Haiku, HI $36,802 Hakalau, HI $36,719

Haleiwa, HI $37,129 Hana, HI $36,714 Hanalei, HI $36,727 Hanamaulu, HI $36,801 Hanapepe, HI $36,847 Hauula, HI $37,185 Hawaii National Park, HI $36,762 Hawi, HI $36,823

Hilo, HI $36,797 Princeville, HI $36,794 Holualoa, HI $36,752 Honaunau, HI $36,689 Honokaa, HI $36,736 Honomu, HI $36,794 Hoolehua, HI $36,689 Kaaawa, HI $37,198

Kahuku, HI $37,118 Kahului, HI $36,887 Kailua, HI $37,251 Ocean View, HI $36,783 Waikoloa, HI $36,779 Keauhou, HI $36,752 Kailua Kona, HI $36,797 Kalaheo, HI $36,805

Kalaupapa, HI $36,655 Kamuela, HI $36,755 Kaneohe, HI $37,243 Kapaa, HI $36,845 Kaumakani, HI $36,865 Kaunakakai, HI $36,733 Keaau, HI $36,823 Kealakekua, HI $36,803

Kealia, HI $36,816 Kekaha, HI $36,779 Kihei, HI $36,849 Kilauea, HI $36,794 Kapaau, HI $36,766 Koloa, HI $36,810 Kualapuu, HI $36,722 Kunia, HI $37,189

Kurtistown, HI $36,804 Lahaina, HI $36,811 Laie, HI $37,151 Lanai City, HI $36,722 Laupahoehoe, HI $36,814 Lawai, HI $36,865 Lihue, HI $36,801 Makawao, HI $36,830

Makaweli, HI $36,720 Maunaloa, HI $36,633 Mountain View, HI $36,785 Naalehu, HI $36,710 Ninole, HI $36,686 Ookala, HI $36,697 Paauilo, HI $36,742 Pahala, HI $36,720

Pahoa, HI $36,769 Paia, HI $36,813 Papaaloa, HI $36,819 Papaikou, HI $36,743 Pearl City, HI $37,236 Pepeekeo, HI $36,814 Puunene, HI $36,887 Volcano, HI $36,762

Wahiawa, HI $37,172 Pukalani, HI $36,830 Mililani, HI $37,217 Kula, HI $36,754 Waialua, HI $37,109 Waianae, HI $37,143 Wailuku, HI $36,829 Waimanalo, HI $37,244

Waimea, HI $36,862 Waipahu, HI $37,220 Honolulu, HI $37,276 J B P H H, HI $37,270 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $37,193 Schofield Barracks, HI $37,182 Fort Shafter, HI $37,276 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $37,276

Camp H M Smith, HI $37,268 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $37,232 Wake Island, HI $37,276

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 May 01, 2026

$30,162

Average $37,466/year

$45,120

$2,513

Average $3,122/month

$3,760

$580

Average $721/week

$868

$15

Average $18/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,120	$3,760	$868	$22
Average	$37,466	$3,122	$721	$18
25th Percentile	$30,162	$2,513	$580	$15

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 $49,119 - a projected growth of 31% over your current level.

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