Barber schools in Virginia
Looking for barbering schools in Virginia? There are 5, including 5 private career schools. Barbers in Virginia earn a median $46,730 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 5
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in VA
- $46,730
- Cities with schools
- 1
Barber schools by city
- Fairfax (4 within 30 mi)
What barbers earn in Virginia
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $46,730
- $22.47 an hour
- Typical range
- $37,270–$75,860
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in VA
- 160
- 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 Virginia?
We list 5 schools in Virginia with barbering programs: 5 private career schools. Campuses are in Petersburg, Hampton, Lynchburg, and Newport News.
How much does barbering school cost in Virginia?
Among the 3 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,780 to $14,175. 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 Virginia?
The median pay for barbers in Virginia is $46,730 a year, and most earn between $37,270 and $75,860, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a barbering school in Virginia?
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)
- Washington (10)