Barber schools in Reading, PA
4 schools within 30 miles of Reading, PA offer barbering programs, and one is in Reading itself. Barbers in Pennsylvania earn a median $36,920 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 4
- Closest
- 2 mi
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in PA
- $36,920
What barbers earn in Pennsylvania
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $36,920
- $17.75 an hour
- Typical range
- $30,410–$46,700
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in PA
- 530
- 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 Reading?
The closest are American Barber and Beauty Academy (Reading, 2 mi), Champ's Barber School-Lebanon (Lebanon, 26 mi), and Cutting Edge Barber Academy (Lancaster, 29 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach barbering.
How much do barbering programs near Reading cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $19,837 to $24,262. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do barbers make near Reading?
Across Pennsylvania, the median pay is $36,920 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 Reading?
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.
Barber schools in nearby cities
- Lebanon (26 mi)
- Lancaster (29 mi)
- Lansdale (35 mi)
- Chester (45 mi)
- Philadelphia (48 mi)
- York (50 mi)
- Harrisburg (51 mi)
- Ewing, NJ (59 mi)
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