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Working as a Hairstylist

Industry Overview

Many job openings due to retirement are predicted through 2027. The highest demand for hairstylists is in large urban areas such as Metro Vancouver and Victoria.

Job Outlook in BC

Many job openings due to retirement are predicted through 2027. The highest demand for hairstylists is in large urban areas such as Metro Vancouver and Victoria.

Job Outlook in BC – Hairstylists & Barbers

an infographic showing the labour market outlook for hairstylists and barbers in BC from 2019 to 2029

WorkBC provides employment outlook within BC regions for 2019-2029

 

an infographic showing employment outlook in BC regions for hairstylists and barbers, for 2019 to 2029

You can learn more about working as a hairstylist in BC from:

 

Types of Employers

Hairstylists work in a variety of settings:

  • hairstyling salons
  • vocational schools
  • healthcare establishments
  • theatre, film, and television establishments

You can move into other areas such as sales for beauty supply stores or demonstrating new techniques at hair shows or in salons for staff.

Salary

In BC, the median annual salary for hairstylists is $32,077.  Hairstylists can work in salons as employees. Or, they rent chairs or booths within salons as self-employed workers. They may also operate their own salons. Those who own their own barbershop or salon usually make more money.

If you have advanced training, offer specialized styling services, built up a large clientele, or work in salons in large cities, you typically earn a higher income.

Job Bank Canada, Wages Report provides hourly wages for hairstylists in BC regions
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a chart showing hourly wages for hairstylists in BC regions

Sources: WorkBC, Career Cruising, Job Bank Canada

Working Hours

You may work part-time or full-time. Evening and weekend work is common.