Barber schools in Alabama

Looking for barbering schools in Alabama? There are 5, including 4 public colleges and 1 private career school. Barbers in Alabama earn a median $29,120 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
4
Median pay in AL
$29,120

5 barbering schools

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  1. Bishop State Community College

    Mobile, AL · Public

    • Barbering
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

  2. Brown Beauty Barber School

    Bessemer, AL · Private

    • Barbering
    • Cosmetology

  3. J F Ingram State Technical College

    Deatsville, AL · Public

    • Barbering
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +11

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  5. J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College

    Huntsville, AL · Public

    • Barbering
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +8

  6. Lawson State Community College - Birmingham

    Birmingham, AL · Public

    • Barbering
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +16

What barbers earn in Alabama

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Barber salary in AlabamaHow to become a barber

Median pay
$29,120
$14.00 an hour
Typical range
$26,380–$29,120
10th to 90th percentile
Job growth, 2025–35
+3.3%
6,900 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many barbering schools are in Alabama?

We list 5 schools in Alabama with barbering programs: 4 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Mobile, Bessemer, Deatsville, Huntsville, and Birmingham.

Are there community college barbering programs in Alabama?

Yes. 4 public colleges in Alabama offer barbering. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does barbering school cost in Alabama?

Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,397 to $24,717. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do barbers make in Alabama?

The median pay for barbers in Alabama is $29,120 a year, and most earn between $26,380 and $29,120, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a barbering school in Alabama?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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