Barbers
SOC Code: 39-5011 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Barbers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $51,459 | $69,971 | $88,483 | $106,995 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $50,877 | $69,410 | $87,922 | $106,454 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $50,939 | $69,368 | $87,776 | $106,205 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $51,418 | $69,410 | $87,381 | $105,373 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $50,211 | $68,224 | $86,216 | $104,229 |
| Bellingham, WA | $49,026 | $65,790 | $82,555 | $99,320 |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $49,026 | $65,790 | $82,555 | $99,320 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA | $49,026 | $65,790 | $82,555 | $99,320 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $49,026 | $65,790 | $82,555 | $99,320 |
| Yakima, WA | $49,920 | $65,770 | $81,619 | $97,469 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 3.4 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.1 | |
| Speaking | 3.1 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.1 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 2.9 | |
| Monitoring | 2.9 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 2.8 | |
| Time Management | 2.6 | |
| Active Learning | 2.5 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.4 |
| Administration and Management | 3.2 |
| English Language | 3.1 |
| Economics and Accounting | 3.0 |
| Psychology | 3.0 |
| Mathematics | 2.8 |
| Production and Processing | 2.7 |
| Sales and Marketing | 2.6 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Some college | 28.7% |
| High school diploma | 24.6% |
| Less than high school | 20.9% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 11.7% |
| Associate's degree | 11.1% |
| Bachelor's degree | 1.7% |
| Doctoral degree | 1.2% |
Typical Tasks
- Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments.
- Cut and trim hair according to clients' instructions or current hairstyles, using clippers, combs, hand-held blow driers, and scissors.
- Drape and pin protective cloths around customers' shoulders.
- Question patrons regarding desired services and haircut styles.
- Clean work stations and sweep floors.
- Record services provided on cashiers' tickets or receive payment from customers.
- Order supplies.
- Shape and trim beards and moustaches, using scissors.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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