Barber schools in Florida
We found 60 schools offering barbering training in Florida, with campuses in Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Myers, and Miami and more. Barbers in Florida earn a median $49,410 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 60
- Public colleges
- 14
- Median pay in FL
- $49,410
- Cities with schools
- 25
Barber schools by city
- Jacksonville (5 within 30 mi)
- Miami (12 within 30 mi)
- Tampa (9 within 30 mi)
- Orlando (4 within 30 mi)
- St. Petersburg (9 within 30 mi)
- Cape Coral (4 within 30 mi)
- Tallahassee (4 within 30 mi)
- Fort Lauderdale (14 within 30 mi)
- Miramar (13 within 30 mi)
- West Palm Beach (7 within 30 mi)
- Lakeland (4 within 30 mi)
- Clearwater (9 within 30 mi)
- Boca Raton (15 within 30 mi)
- Deltona (4 within 30 mi)
- Homestead (5 within 30 mi)
- Weston (13 within 30 mi)
- Sanford (3 within 30 mi)
- Apopka (4 within 30 mi)
- Winter Haven (3 within 30 mi)
- Bonita Springs (4 within 30 mi)
- Clermont (3 within 30 mi)
- Plant City (5 within 30 mi)
- Sebastian (3 within 30 mi)
- New Port Richey (9 within 30 mi)
- Quincy (4 within 30 mi)
What barbers earn in Florida
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $49,410
- $23.76 an hour
- Typical range
- $31,000–$79,490
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in FL
- 1,240
- 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 Florida?
We list 60 schools in Florida with barbering programs: 14 public colleges and 46 private career schools. Campuses are in Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Myers, Miami, and West Palm Beach.
Are there community college barbering programs in Florida?
Yes. 14 public colleges in Florida 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 Florida?
Among the 51 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,463 to $52,816. 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 Florida?
The median pay for barbers in Florida is $49,410 a year, and most earn between $31,000 and $79,490, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a barbering school in Florida?
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.
Other programs in Florida
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- Esthetician schools (78)
- HVAC schools (62)
- Medical assistant schools (61)
- LPN programs (60)
- Nail tech schools (57)
- IT schools (53)
- Massage therapy schools (53)
- Auto mechanic schools (52)
- Welding schools (50)
- Medical billing and coding schools (47)
- CNA classes (46)
- EMT and paramedic schools (43)
- Culinary schools (43)
- Criminal justice programs (39)
- Dental assistant schools (38)
Barber schools in other states
- California (68)
- Texas (55)
- Puerto Rico (28)
- Georgia (18)
- Oklahoma (16)
- Illinois (13)
- Louisiana (12)
- Pennsylvania (12)
- Wisconsin (12)
- Oregon (11)
- Mississippi (10)
- New Mexico (10)
- Ohio (10)
- Tennessee (10)
- Washington (10)
- Idaho (9)