How much does a barber make in Virginia?
$46,730a year
Median yearly pay for barbers in Virginia. That is $22.47 an hour or $3,894 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.47
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,270Median: $46,730Highest 10%: $75,860
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,270 | $17.92 | |
| 25th | $44,120 | $21.21 | |
| Median | $46,730 | $22.47 | |
| 75th | $57,620 | $27.70 | |
| 90th | $75,860 | $36.47 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $48,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for barbers.
| 8. Florida | $49,410 |
| 9. North Dakota | $48,540 |
| 10. Missouri | $47,880 |
| 11. Virginia | $46,730 |
| 12. Louisiana | $44,430 |
| 13. Connecticut | $41,400 |
| 14. New Mexico | $39,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a barber make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $22.47 ($46,730 a year).
Do barbers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $46,730 against $38,210 nationally, 22% more.
Where does Virginia rank for barber pay?
Virginia ranks 11 of 36 states.
Which city in Virginia pays barbers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $48,780 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.