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SOC 39-5011·Personal Care & Service
Barbers
Median wage
$32,961
10-yr outlook
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Workers in NY
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How pay grows with experience
Barbers — typical pay by experience
Annual wages statewide: starting out, typical (median), and experienced.
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Starting out (entry) | $32,844 |
| Median (typical) | $32,961 |
| Experienced | $57,838 |
Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (NYSDOL / U.S. BLS via data.ny.gov)
Where it pays most across New York
Median pay for this occupation by region. Select a region for its full profile.
Barbers — median pay by region
Regional median annual wage, highest first.
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| New York City | $39,131 |
| Capital Region | $35,522 |
| Long Island | $34,230 |
| Hudson Valley | $32,961 |
Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (NYSDOL / U.S. BLS via data.ny.gov)
A realistic next step
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