Barber schools in Michigan
We found 5 schools offering barbering training in Michigan, with campuses in Detroit, East Lansing, Southgate, and Kalamazoo and more. Barbers in Michigan earn a median $35,490 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 5
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in MI
- $35,490
- Cities with schools
- 2
Barber schools by city
- Detroit (3 within 30 mi)
- Farmington Hills (3 within 30 mi)
What barbers earn in Michigan
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $35,490
- $17.06 an hour
- Typical range
- $28,840–$71,810
- 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 Michigan?
We list 5 schools in Michigan with barbering programs: 2 private nonprofit schools and 3 private career schools. Campuses are in Detroit, East Lansing, Southgate, and Kalamazoo.
How much does barbering school cost in Michigan?
Among the 3 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $18,217 to $25,357. 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 Michigan?
The median pay for barbers in Michigan is $35,490 a year, and most earn between $28,840 and $71,810, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a barbering school in Michigan?
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)
- Louisiana (12)
- Pennsylvania (12)
- Wisconsin (12)
- Oregon (11)
- Mississippi (10)
- New Mexico (10)
- Ohio (10)
- Tennessee (10)
- Washington (10)