How much does a barber make in St. Louis?
$57,960a year
Median yearly pay for barbers in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area. That is $27.87 an hour or $4,830 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.87
- Vs. national median
- +52%
- Rank among cities
- 5 of 38
- Jobs in the area
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,710Median: $57,960Highest 10%: $81,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,710 | $17.65 | |
| 25th | $41,790 | $20.09 | |
| Median | $57,960 | $27.87 | |
| 75th | $80,770 | $38.83 | |
| 90th | $81,780 | $39.32 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for barbers.
| Springfield, MO | $56,580 |
| Kansas City, MO | $42,210 |
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Salaries for every job in St. Louis, MOFrequently asked questions
How much does a barber make an hour in St. Louis?
The median hourly pay in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area is $27.87 ($57,960 a year).
Do barbers make more in St. Louis than the national average?
Yes: $57,960 against $38,210 nationally, 52% more.
How does St. Louis compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $47,880, so St. Louis pays 21% more.
Where does St. Louis rank for barber pay?
5 of 38 metro areas with data.
How much does a barber make starting out in St. Louis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,710 or less a year; the top 10% make $81,780 or more.
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.