How much does a barber make in North Carolina?
$31,050a year
Median yearly pay for barbers in North Carolina. That is $14.93 an hour or $2,588 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.93
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,370Median: $31,050Highest 10%: $90,270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,370 | $13.64 | |
| 25th | $29,470 | $14.17 | |
| Median | $31,050 | $14.93 | |
| 75th | $63,190 | $30.38 | |
| 90th | $90,270 | $43.40 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for barbers.
| 27. Arizona | $34,380 |
| 28. Indiana | $33,600 |
| 29. South Carolina | $32,900 |
| 30. North Carolina | $31,050 |
| 31. Texas | $30,760 |
| 32. Georgia | $30,750 |
| 33. Alabama | $29,120 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a barber make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $14.93 ($31,050 a year).
Do barbers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $31,050 against $38,210 nationally, 19% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for barber pay?
North Carolina ranks 30 of 36 states.
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.