Barbers
Job Zone 3 - Medium preparation needed
Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.
Median pay: $38,210/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +4.1% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.
About 8,400 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Postsecondary nondegree award.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments.
• Drape and pin protective cloths around customers' shoulders.
• Cut and trim hair according to clients' instructions or current hairstyles, using clippers, combs, hand-held blow driers, and scissors.
• Question patrons regarding desired services and haircut styles.
• Clean work stations and sweep floors.
• Apply lather and shave beards or neck and temple hair contours, using razors.
• Record services provided on cashiers' tickets or receive payment from customers.
• Shape and trim beards and moustaches, using scissors.
What's the median pay for Barbers?
The median pay for Barbers is $38,210 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Barbers?
Employment for Barbers is projected to change +4.1% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.
What education is typically required for Barbers?
Typical entry-level education: Postsecondary nondegree award.
How many job openings are there each year for Barbers?
About 8,400 openings per year, on average, over the decade.