Barbers Salary in Phoenix, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ

Median annual salary $32,840 -15.7% vs national
Median hourly $15.79
10th percentile $32,840
90th percentile $44,530
National median $38,960

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,840
    25th
    $32,840
    50th (median)
    $32,840
    75th
    $32,840
    90th
    $44,530

    Phoenix economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,703 2023 • Census ACS
    Barbers salary vs area income 39% Median Barbers salary is 61% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Barbers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $102,360
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $79,720
    Iowa $78,480
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $73,460
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $72,980
    Washington $70,750

    Related occupations in Phoenix, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers $35,390
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $35,220
    Childcare Workers $36,220
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $48,010
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $31,320
    Animal Caretakers $35,410

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Barbers make per hour in Phoenix?

    The median hourly wage for Barbers in Phoenix, AZ is $15.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.41 or more per hour.

    Is Phoenix above or below average for Barbers salaries?

    The median Barbers salary in Phoenix, AZ is 15.7% below the national median of $38,960. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Barbers in Phoenix?

    Entry-level Barbers (10th percentile) earn around $32,840 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,840.