The median hourly wage for barbers was $11.95 in May 2015.
The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $8.62, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $22.79.
The median hourly wage for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists was $11.38 in May 2015.
The lowest 10 percent earned less than $8.47, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $22.79.
Barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists may receive tips from customers. High quality work and customer service usually contribute to greater tip totals.
Many barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists work full time, however part-time positions are also common. Those who run their own barbershop or salon may have additional hours. Work schedules often include evenings and weekends?the times when beauty salons and barbershops are busiest. Those who are self-employed usually determine their own schedules.
Barbers, Hairdressers, and Cosmetologists
Median hourly wages, May 2015
Total, all occupations
$17.40
Barbers
$11.95
Barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists
$11.40
Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists
$11.38
Personal appearance workers
$11.17
Note: All Occupations includes all occupations in the U.S. Economy. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics
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