Barber schools in New Jersey
We found 9 schools offering barbering training in New Jersey, with campuses in Succasunna, Brick Township, Ewing, and South Plainfield and more. Barbers in New Jersey earn a median $54,850 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 9
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in NJ
- $54,850
- Cities with schools
- 6
Barber schools by city
- Paterson (6 within 30 mi)
- Trenton (4 within 30 mi)
- New Brunswick (7 within 30 mi)
- Long Branch (5 within 30 mi)
- Succasunna (4 within 30 mi)
- Ewing (4 within 30 mi)
What barbers earn in New Jersey
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $54,850
- $26.37 an hour
- Typical range
- $32,220–$88,440
- 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 New Jersey?
We list 9 schools in New Jersey with barbering programs: 9 private career schools. Campuses are in Succasunna, Brick Township, Ewing, South Plainfield, and Edison.
How much does barbering school cost in New Jersey?
Among the 9 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $12,027 to $42,607. 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 New Jersey?
The median pay for barbers in New Jersey is $54,850 a year, and most earn between $32,220 and $88,440, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a barbering school in New Jersey?
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)
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