Barbers pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for barbers is $23.02 an hour ($47,880 a year). About 580 people work in this job there.
That is 25% higher than the U.S. median ($38,210). Missouri ranks 10th of 36 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for barbers in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.65 | $36,710 |
| 25% of workers | $18.67 | $38,840 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.02 | $47,880 |
| 75% of workers | $36.76 | $76,460 |
| 90% of workers | $38.92 | $80,950 |
Barbers pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $57,960 | 260 |
| Springfield | $56,580 | 100 |
| Kansas City | $42,210 | 120 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for barbers
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +3.3% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 6,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $30,750 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $57,510 |
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $39,100 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers | $43,720 |
| Skincare Specialists | $45,200 |
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