How much does a barber make in Iowa?
$58,900a year
Median yearly pay for barbers in Iowa. That is $28.32 an hour or $4,908 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.32
- Vs. national median
- +54%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $58,900Highest 10%: $81,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $31,960 | $15.37 | |
| Median | $58,900 | $28.32 | |
| 75th | $60,660 | $29.16 | |
| 90th | $81,710 | $39.28 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Davenport, IA | $31,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for barbers.
| 2. Illinois | $65,430 |
| 3. Colorado | $61,500 |
| 4. Washington | $61,150 |
| 5. Iowa | $58,900 |
| 6. New Jersey | $54,850 |
| 7. Minnesota | $53,990 |
| 8. Florida | $49,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a barber make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $28.32 ($58,900 a year).
Do barbers make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $58,900 against $38,210 nationally, 54% more.
Where does Iowa rank for barber pay?
Iowa ranks 5 of 36 states.
Which city in Iowa pays barbers the most?
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL, with a median of $31,200 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.