Illinois Median
$65,430
per year
Hourly Rate
$31.46
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+71% vs US median
US median $38,210
State Rank
#2 of 36
state estimate
How much does a Barber make in Illinois?
Barbers in Illinois take home a median of $65,430 annually — roughly $31.46 an hour — which runs 71% above the national median of $38,210.
Within Illinois, entry-level pay starts around $31,460 while the top 10% make $71,990 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $34,430 and $71,930 a year.
Barber salary range in Illinois
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $31,460 | $15.13 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $34,430 | $16.55 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $65,430 | $31.46 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $71,930 | $34.58 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $71,990 | $34.61 |
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How Illinois compares
Illinois ranks 2nd out of 36 states and territories for Barber pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Barber salary in other states
Oregon $77,430Colorado $61,500Washington $61,150Iowa $58,900New Jersey $54,850Minnesota $53,990Florida $49,410North Dakota $48,540Missouri $47,880Virginia $46,730Louisiana $44,430Connecticut $41,400New Mexico $39,100Nebraska $39,090New York $38,580Mississippi $38,480California $38,380Pennsylvania $36,920Wisconsin $36,540Idaho $36,040Michigan $35,490Maryland $35,400Maine $35,300Rhode Island $34,900Oklahoma $34,860Arizona $34,380Indiana $33,600South Carolina $32,900North Carolina $31,050Texas $30,760Georgia $30,750Alabama $29,120Arkansas $25,640Utah $25,370Tennessee $24,690
Working as a Barber in Illinois
Nationally, about 15,000 people work as Barbers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Illinois pay ($65,430) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Barber make in Illinois?
The median Barber salary in Illinois is $65,430 per year, or about $31.46 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $31,460 at the entry level to $71,990 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Illinois pay compare to the national average?
Illinois pays Barbers about 71% more than the national median of $38,210. Illinois ranks 2nd out of 36 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Illinois a good state for Barbers?
Yes on pay — Illinois pays above the national median for this occupation, at $65,430 a year. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Illinois?
The highest-paying occupations in Illinois include Cardiologist ($517,850), Surgeon, All Other ($438,010), Dermatologist ($435,750), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.