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 $39,620, California $39,470, Massachusetts $38,944. 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: $54,066; Barber Instructor: $37,372; Barber Or Beauty Shop Manager: $34,632; Professional Barber: $34,035; Licensed Barber: $33,046.

Barber Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Barber make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Barber in Rhode Island is $37,101 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): $51,581
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $29,868 to $44,681
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $23,282

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Barber Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,681	$3,723	$859	$21
Average	$37,101	$3,092	$713	$18
25th Percentile	$29,868	$2,489	$574	$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: $39,620.
California: $39,470.
Massachusetts: $38,944.

District of Columbia $39,620 California $39,470 Massachusetts $38,944 Washington $38,801 New Jersey $38,787 Alaska $38,736 Connecticut $38,243 New York $38,042

Hawaii $37,402 Rhode Island $37,101 Maryland $36,897 Minnesota $36,618 Colorado $36,511 Illinois $36,475 Oregon $36,339 Delaware $36,239

New Hampshire $36,176 Virginia $36,035 Pennsylvania $35,623 Nevada $35,416 North Dakota $35,348 Michigan $35,240 Wisconsin $35,201 Vermont $35,122

Texas $34,904 Maine $34,890 Arizona $34,868 Ohio $34,843 Georgia $34,514 Indiana $34,349 Wyoming $34,317 Utah $34,267

Iowa $34,246 Kansas $34,074 Louisiana $34,024 North Carolina $34,006 Missouri $33,999 Florida $33,859 Montana $33,784 Nebraska $33,712

Kentucky $33,673 South Carolina $33,530 Tennessee $33,440 Idaho $33,405 New Mexico $33,143 Oklahoma $33,086 Alabama $32,875 South Dakota $32,521

Arkansas $32,327 West Virginia $32,224 Mississippi $31,912

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:

Adamsville: $37,709
Albion: $37,083
Ashaway: $37,853

Adamsville, RI $37,709 Albion, RI $37,083 Ashaway, RI $37,853 Barrington, RI $37,083 Block Island, RI $37,656 Bradford, RI $37,828 Bristol, RI $37,047 Carolina, RI $37,520

Charlestown, RI $37,559 Chepachet, RI $37,012 Clayville, RI $37,047 Coventry, RI $37,012 West Greenwich, RI $36,987 East Greenwich, RI $37,037 Exeter, RI $37,828 Fiskeville, RI $37,083

Forestdale, RI $37,047 Foster, RI $36,987 Glendale, RI $36,987 Greene, RI $37,402 Greenville, RI $37,083 Harmony, RI $37,072 Harrisville, RI $37,012 Hope, RI $37,083

Hope Valley, RI $37,853 Hopkinton, RI $37,863 Jamestown, RI $37,484 Kenyon, RI $37,817 Little Compton, RI $37,695 Manville, RI $37,083 Mapleville, RI $36,987 Newport, RI $37,491

Middletown, RI $37,649 North Kingstown, RI $36,976 North Scituate, RI $37,072 Oakland, RI $37,022 Pascoag, RI $37,001 Pawtucket, RI $37,083 Central Falls, RI $37,083 Cumberland, RI $37,083

Lincoln, RI $37,083 Portsmouth, RI $37,341 Prudence Island, RI $37,012 Rockville, RI $37,863 Saunderstown, RI $37,505 Shannock, RI $37,806 Slatersville, RI $37,047 Slocum, RI $37,505

Tiverton, RI $37,720 Wakefield, RI $37,466 Kingston, RI $37,473 Narragansett, RI $37,480 Peace Dale, RI $37,466 Warren, RI $37,072 Warwick, RI $37,083 Westerly, RI $37,874

West Kingston, RI $37,495 West Warwick, RI $37,083 Wood River Junction, RI $37,828 Woonsocket, RI $37,047 North Smithfield, RI $37,072 Wyoming, RI $37,817 Providence, RI $37,083 Cranston, RI $37,083

North Providence, RI $37,083 East Providence, RI $37,083 Riverside, RI $37,083 Rumford, RI $37,083 Smithfield, RI $37,083 Johnston, RI $37,083

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 April 01, 2026

$29,868

Average $37,101/year

$44,681

$2,489

Average $3,092/month

$3,723

$574

Average $713/week

$859

$14

Average $18/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,681	$3,723	$859	$21
Average	$37,101	$3,092	$713	$18
25th Percentile	$29,868	$2,489	$574	$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 $48,724 - a projected growth of 31% over your current level.

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