Washington Median
$61,150
per year
Hourly Rate
$29.40
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+60% vs US median
US median $38,210
State Rank
#4 of 36
1,220 employed here
How much does a Barber make in Washington?
Barbers in Washington take home a median of $61,150 annually — roughly $29.40 an hour — which runs 60% above the national median of $38,210.
Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $52,540 while the top 10% make $76,480 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $59,910 and $75,160 a year.
Barber salary range in Washington
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $52,540 | $25.26 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $59,910 | $28.80 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $61,150 | $29.40 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $75,160 | $36.13 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $76,480 | $36.77 |
|
How Washington compares
Washington ranks 4th out of 36 states and territories for Barber pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Barber salary in other states
Oregon $77,430Illinois $65,430Colorado $61,500Iowa $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 Washington
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 Washington pay ($61,150) 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 Washington?
The median Barber salary in Washington is $61,150 per year, or about $29.40 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $52,540 at the entry level to $76,480 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Barbers about 60% more than the national median of $38,210. Washington ranks 4th out of 36 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Barbers?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $61,150 a year. About 1,220 Barbers are employed in Washington. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Washington?
The highest-paying occupations in Washington include Cardiologist ($656,330), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($553,310), Dermatologist ($526,170), 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.