How much does a barber make in Washington?
$48,780a year
Median yearly pay for barbers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $23.45 an hour or $4,065 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.45
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among cities
- 12 of 38
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,230Median: $48,780Highest 10%: $58,190
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,230 | $16.94 | |
| 25th | $44,930 | $21.60 | |
| Median | $48,780 | $23.45 | |
| 75th | $53,810 | $25.87 | |
| 90th | $58,190 | $27.98 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for barbers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Makeup Artist | $95,730 |
| Mortician | $60,440 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $53,310 |
| Costume Attendant | $51,280 |
| Animal Trainer | $50,460 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $49,300 |
| Gambling Service Worker | $48,950 |
| Residential Advisor | $47,010 |
| Skincare Specialist | $46,620 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $46,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a barber make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $23.45 ($48,780 a year).
Do barbers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $48,780 against $38,210 nationally, 28% more.
Where does Washington rank for barber pay?
12 of 38 metro areas with data.
How much does a barber make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,230 or less a year; the top 10% make $58,190 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.