How much does a barber make in South Carolina?
$32,900a year
Median yearly pay for barbers in South Carolina. That is $15.82 an hour or $2,742 a month.
- Hourly
- $15.82
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $23,240Median: $32,900Highest 10%: $74,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $23,240 | $11.17 | |
| 25th | $29,920 | $14.38 | |
| Median | $32,900 | $15.82 | |
| 75th | $61,770 | $29.70 | |
| 90th | $74,570 | $35.85 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Hilton Head Island, SC | $35,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for barbers.
| 26. Oklahoma | $34,860 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a barber make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $15.82 ($32,900 a year).
Do barbers make more in South Carolina than the national average?
No: $32,900 against $38,210 nationally, 14% less.
Where does South Carolina rank for barber pay?
South Carolina ranks 29 of 36 states.
Which city in South Carolina pays barbers the most?
Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC, with a median of $35,890 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.