So, you're young and filled with passion for becoming a barber. But one question still fills up your headspace — can I make good money as a barber?
Let's face it, barbers are somewhat of an essential worker. It doesn't matter where you live or what you do, you pay them a visit every few weeks. There is no better feeling than coming out of the barbershop feeling like a hundred bucks with a crisp fade.
Whether you're sitting in the barber chair deciding on how much to tip your favorite barber or considering it as a serious career path, keep reading on. You might be in for a surprise to find out how much do barbers actually make.
Even though the average salary of a barber stands around $27,388 a year, don't get disappointed just yet. There are barbers who make over a hundred grand per year cutting hair. Some best barbers working at best barbershops self-report easily making $2,000 per week. But how?
To begin with, you cannot work three days a week and expect six figures at the end of the year. Prepare to work 8-10 hours a day for a minimum of four days a week, better if you work five days a week, to reach your first $100,000.
Additionally, providing excellent service and a happy client will boom your barber career in no time. Tips are a source of significant income for barbers. So, next time you're getting your hair done, don't forget to show your barber the appreciation he or she deserves.
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There are three most common ways for barbers to make money.
Hourly rate is one of the most common ways for barbers to make money; however, it is not very profitable. Here barbers work at an hourly rate at a hair salon or a barbershop. The hourly wage of barbers varies across different states from $10 to $22 that also depends on the expertise of the barber.
Commission rate is probably the best way to enter the workforce as a barber, especially if you have minimal experience. In this situation, getting paid commission means that the barber will most likely split 50-50 with the employer.
Another reason why this is such a great way to start a relationship because, in this scenario, a barber might not have clients yet and can still work at a shop to gain experience and get to be around a good atmosphere. It is another excellent way for barbers to gain exposure and build a strong foundation.
An experienced barber with a strong clientele list can take advantage of renting a chair out of the shop. This way, you typically have to pay a monthly or a weekly fee to the barbershop owner and get to keep the rest you make. It is helpful, especially for a well-established barber, because it allows you to take care of your clients at the end of the day and lets you keep your earning.
The best part of becoming a barber is the lifestyle and the artistry that comes with it. The most popular barbers around the world have developed their own unique style over the years through which they express their personality and creativity. The most beautiful part about it is that you really get to explore your identity and your character in your own way.
Doing different hairstyles can be seen as artistry, whether you're cutting the top or if you're doing a nice fade and seeing a nice gradient. If you thrive on creativity and have passion for this profession, it might just be the right direction for you. The career is accepting towards anyone willing to learn and go the extra mile. You can easily enroll in a barber school and get a barber license to start your career as an aspiring barber.
