Barbers
Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves.
Education & Training
Percentage of workers at each education and training level
Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
Work experience required to enter this job
Training Provided After Hiring
How long it typically takes to learn on the job
How AI Impacts Each Task
20 tasks analyzed
Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments.
Drape and pin protective cloths around customers' shoulders.
Cut and trim hair according to clients' instructions or current hairstyles, using clippers, combs, hand-held blow driers, and scissors.
Question patrons regarding desired services and haircut styles.
Clean work stations and sweep floors.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments. | - | - | - |
| Drape and pin protective cloths around customers' shoulders. | - | - | - |
| Cut and trim hair according to clients' instructions or current hairstyles, using clippers, combs, hand-held blow driers, and scissors. | - | - | - |
| Question patrons regarding desired services and haircut styles. | - | - | - |
| Clean work stations and sweep floors. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$38,960
per year
Mean Wage
$47,800
per year
Employment
18K
workers
Wage Range
$27,770 - $78,440
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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