Barber schools in New Mexico
Looking for barbering schools in New Mexico? There are 10, including 4 public colleges and 6 private career schools. Barbers in New Mexico earn a median $39,100 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 10
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in NM
- $39,100
- Cities with schools
- 1
10 barbering schools
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Glitz School of Cosmetology - Santa Fe Campus
Santa Fe, NM · Private
- Barbering
- Cosmetology
- Esthetician
- +1
Barber schools by city
- Albuquerque (3 within 30 mi)
What barbers earn in New Mexico
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $39,100
- $18.80 an hour
- Typical range
- $36,440–$41,180
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NM
- 50
- 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 Mexico?
We list 10 schools in New Mexico with barbering programs: 4 public colleges and 6 private career schools. Campuses are in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Gallup, Santa Fe, and Las Vegas.
Are there community college barbering programs in New Mexico?
Yes. 4 public colleges in New Mexico 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 New Mexico?
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 $4,595 to $20,249. 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 Mexico?
The median pay for barbers in New Mexico is $39,100 a year, and most earn between $36,440 and $41,180, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a barbering school in New Mexico?
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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- Auto mechanic schools (12)
- Medical assistant schools (10)
- Construction schools (10)
- Phlebotomy classes (9)
- Esthetician schools (8)
- LPN programs (8)
- Drafting schools (8)
- Fire science programs (8)
- Industrial maintenance schools (8)
- Dental assistant schools (7)
- Culinary schools (7)
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)
- Ohio (10)
- Tennessee (10)
- Washington (10)
- Idaho (9)