Barbers Salary (2025)
Based on 15,000 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $28,600 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $31,570 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $38,210 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $58,960 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $76,460 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$29K
25th
$32K
Median
$38K
75th
$59K
90th
$76K
Highest Paying States for Barbers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Oregon | $83,650 |
| Washington | $67,540 |
| Colorado | $59,140 |
| Missouri | $55,900 |
| Illinois | $55,540 |
| Iowa | $54,470 |
| New Jersey | $54,080 |
| Florida | $52,980 |
| Virginia | $51,480 |
| Minnesota | $49,400 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Barbers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Oregon at an average of $83,650 per year, while Minnesota has an average of $49,400 — a difference of $34,250. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Barbers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 15,000 workers were employed as Barberss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Personal Care and Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $47,070 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 39-5011