Barber schools in Texas
We found 55 schools offering barbering training in Texas, with campuses in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, and Texarkana and more. Barbers in Texas earn a median $30,760 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 55
- Public colleges
- 9
- Median pay in TX
- $30,760
- Cities with schools
- 22
24 barbering schools
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Barber schools by city
- Houston (11 within 30 mi)
- San Antonio (6 within 30 mi)
- Dallas (7 within 30 mi)
- Fort Worth (4 within 30 mi)
- Plano (6 within 30 mi)
- Grand Prairie (7 within 30 mi)
- Pasadena (11 within 30 mi)
- McAllen (3 within 30 mi)
- New Braunfels (3 within 30 mi)
- Conroe (3 within 30 mi)
- Beaumont (3 within 30 mi)
- Sugar Land (10 within 30 mi)
- Flower Mound (6 within 30 mi)
- Burleson (3 within 30 mi)
- Fulshear (6 within 30 mi)
- Rockwall (4 within 30 mi)
- Celina (3 within 30 mi)
- Sherman (3 within 30 mi)
- Waxahachie (4 within 30 mi)
- Weslaco (3 within 30 mi)
- Texarkana (3 within 30 mi)
- Alvin (8 within 30 mi)
What barbers earn in Texas
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $30,760
- $14.79 an hour
- Typical range
- $28,340–$80,430
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TX
- 2,580
- 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 Texas?
We list 55 schools in Texas with barbering programs: 9 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 45 private career schools. Campuses are in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Texarkana, and Laredo.
Are there community college barbering programs in Texas?
Yes. 9 public colleges in Texas 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 Texas?
Among the 52 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,342 to $38,486. 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 Texas?
The median pay for barbers in Texas is $30,760 a year, and most earn between $28,340 and $80,430, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a barbering school in Texas?
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)
- 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)
- Idaho (9)