Barber schools in Louisiana
Looking for barbering schools in Louisiana? There are 12, including 3 public colleges and 9 private career schools. Barbers in Louisiana earn a median $44,430 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 12
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in LA
- $44,430
- Cities with schools
- 5
12 barbering schools
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Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College
Minden, LA · Public
- Barbering
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +9
Barber schools by city
- New Orleans (3 within 30 mi)
- Kenner (3 within 30 mi)
- Bossier City (3 within 30 mi)
- Monroe (3 within 30 mi)
- Slidell (3 within 30 mi)
What barbers earn in Louisiana
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $44,430
- $21.36 an hour
- Typical range
- $22,340–$56,110
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in LA
- 40
- 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 Louisiana?
We list 12 schools in Louisiana with barbering programs: 3 public colleges and 9 private career schools. Campuses are in New Orleans, Monroe, Shreveport, New Iberia, and Houma.
Are there community college barbering programs in Louisiana?
Yes. 3 public colleges in Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
Among the 11 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,224 to $35,077. 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 Louisiana?
The median pay for barbers in Louisiana is $44,430 a year, and most earn between $22,340 and $56,110, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a barbering school in Louisiana?
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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Barber schools in other states
- California (68)
- Florida (60)
- Texas (55)
- Puerto Rico (28)
- Georgia (18)
- Oklahoma (16)
- Illinois (13)
- Pennsylvania (12)
- Wisconsin (12)
- Oregon (11)
- Mississippi (10)
- New Mexico (10)
- Ohio (10)
- Tennessee (10)
- Washington (10)
- Idaho (9)