Barber schools in Cleveland, OH

3 schools within 30 miles of Cleveland, OH offer barbering programs, and 2 are in Cleveland itself. Barbers in the U.S. earn a median $38,210 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
1 mi
Public colleges
0
Median pay (U.S.)
$38,210

3 barbering schools within 30 mi of Cleveland, OH

School results

  1. Allstate Hairstyling & Barber College

    Cleveland, OH · 1.3 mi · Private

    • Barbering
    • Cosmetology

  2. Meryma'at Barber College

    Cleveland, OH · 5.3 mi · Private

    • Barbering

  3. LaBarberia Institute of Hair

    Mayfield Hts, OH · 12 mi · Private

    • Barbering
    • Esthetician

What barbers earn nationally

BLS doesn't publish a Ohio figure for this job, so these are national numbers. Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Barber salaryHow to become a barber

Median pay
$38,210
$18.37 an hour
Typical range
$28,600–$76,460
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in the U.S.
15,000
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

What are the closest barbering schools to Cleveland?

The closest are Allstate Hairstyling & Barber College (Cleveland, 1 mi), Meryma'at Barber College (Cleveland, 5 mi), and LaBarberia Institute of Hair (Mayfield Hts, 12 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach barbering.

How much do barbering programs near Cleveland cost?

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $9,162 to $10,688. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do barbers make near Cleveland?

Nationally, the median pay is $38,210 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a barbering school in Cleveland?

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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