How much does a barber make in Michigan?
$35,490a year
Median yearly pay for barbers in Michigan. That is $17.06 an hour or $2,958 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.06
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 36
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,840Median: $35,490Highest 10%: $71,810
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,840 | $13.87 | |
| 25th | $30,480 | $14.65 | |
| Median | $35,490 | $17.06 | |
| 75th | $53,960 | $25.94 | |
| 90th | $71,810 | $34.52 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $35,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for barbers.
| 19. Pennsylvania | $36,920 |
| 20. Wisconsin | $36,540 |
| 21. Idaho | $36,040 |
| 22. Michigan | $35,490 |
| 23. Maryland | $35,400 |
| 24. Maine | $35,300 |
| 25. Rhode Island | $34,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a barber make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $17.06 ($35,490 a year).
Do barbers make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $35,490 against $38,210 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Michigan rank for barber pay?
Michigan ranks 22 of 36 states.
Which city in Michigan pays barbers the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $35,490 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.