Barber License Cost in Tennessee
Documented Barber license fees for Tennessee are not published in this dataset, so the total cost varies. Check the current fee schedule with Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners before budgeting.
Figures below come from the same dataset as the full guide and list only what the state publishes. Anything not published is marked “varies — check the board” rather than guessed.
Barber license cost — Tennessee at a glance
| Pre-license education | 1500 hrs required — tuition varies by school |
| Exam fee | Varies — check the board |
| Application fee | Varies — check the board |
| License fee | Varies — check the board |
| Documented fees total | Not published |
| BLS median annual wage | $33,490 (barbers) |
Official source: Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners ↗
Fees vs. median pay
The BLS median annual wage for barbers is $33,490. Actual local earnings vary widely by market and experience — use the career ROI tool to model your own numbers.
Frequently asked questions
What does a Barber license cost in Tennessee?
Documented fees for Tennessee are not published in this dataset — check Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners for the current fee schedule.
Are the exam fee and the license fee the same thing in Tennessee?
No. The exam fee covers sitting for the test, while the application and license fees cover processing and issuing the credential. Each is listed separately in the table above where the state publishes it.
How much does Barber training cost in Tennessee?
Tennessee requires 1500 hours of pre-license education. Tuition is set by each approved school and varies widely, so contact the programs on your state's approved list for current prices.
Is a Barber license in Tennessee worth the cost?
The BLS median annual wage for barbers is $33,490. Earnings vary widely by state and market — treat this as a planning estimate, not a promise.
Budget your Barber licensing in Tennessee
This page is informational and not legal advice. Fees, pass rates and retake rules change frequently — verify all figures with Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners and your exam vendor before paying (retrieved 2026-08-20).