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Michigan Licensed Professional Statistics
A snapshot of the licensed barbering and cosmetology instructor landscape in Michigan, highlighting key demographics and opportunities.
Total Licensed Barbers in MI
As of May 2023 report
Licensed Barber Apprentices in MI
As of May 2023 report
Total Licensed Cosmetologists/Barbers in MI
As of November 2021 report
Women Licensed Barbers in MI
*Estimated, no specific public data available
Training & Licensing Requirements
Michigan has one of the highest training requirements in the country for barbers, mandating **1,800 hours** of study. Barbers must renew their licenses annually.
Source: Report published May 2023.
Career Outlook
The average salary for a barber in Michigan is **\$45,430 per year** as of July 7, 2025.
O\*NET projects that the employment of barbers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists in the United States will grow by **7% from 2023 to 2033**, which is faster than the average for all occupations.
Source: ZipRecruiter (July 2025), O\*NET (2023-2033 Projections).
Industry Representation
The Michigan Association of Beauty Professionals (MABP) was formed to represent the interests of licensed barbers and other beauty professionals in Michigan.
About This Data
Some numbers displayed above are based on specific reports cited. However, obtaining and displaying live, accurate, and gender-specific licensing data (e.g., for "Women Licensed Barbers" or "Instructors") requires:
- **Authorized API Access:** Secure permissions and technical access to the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) or other relevant state professional licensing board's public data APIs.
- **Data Filtering & Aggregation:** The ability to query, filter, and aggregate data points (e.g., by license type, gender, instructor status) from the official source.
- **Regular Updates:** Implementing a robust system to dynamically fetch and refresh this data periodically to ensure the displayed numbers are as current as possible.
- **Compliance:** Strict adherence to all data privacy regulations and terms of service set by the data provider.
Barcos Foundation is committed to transparency and would integrate such a live data feed upon securing the necessary permissions and technical access, providing the most accurate insights into Michigan's licensed professional landscape.
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