Direct answer
The working number is $18–$50. Across the 7 amounts published for Sport Clips vs Boardroom Salon For Men, the middle of the range lands at $25, the cheapest documented line is $0 and the highest is $50.
The single most useful habit is to ask for the service name and the tier together. "Men's haircut" on its own can map to three different prices on the same menu.
- Working range
- $18–$50
- U.S. market midpoint
- $43 per cut
- Basis
- 7 price points documented from official sources
- Last reviewed
- August 2026
The short version
- $18–$50 is the working range for Sport Clips vs Boardroom Salon For Men, from 7 documented amounts.
- The full documented set spans $0–$50 once fees and add-ons are counted.
- The U.S. national median for men's haircut is $43 per cut.
- Add about 29% to any menu price for sales tax and gratuity.
- Maintained every 4 weeks, the annual cost is roughly $671.
- The largest single variable is clipper-only versus scissor work — scissor-over-comb and fades take longer chair time.
Official published amounts and what each covers
Everything below was published by a source listed at the foot of this page. Grouping matters: 3 of these 7 lines are actual services and the rest are add-ons, plans or policy charges that should never be averaged together.
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price scope | $18–$32 | $25 | $14 | Pricing and age limits vary by location |
| First-visit promotional reduction | $20 | $20 | — | Boardroom Salon for Men |
| Additional member haircut starting price | $50 | $50 | — | Boardroom Salon for Men |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complimentary neck trim | $0 | $0 | — | Sport Clips |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO membership product credit | $15 | $15 | — | Boardroom Salon for Men |
| CEO membership service credit | $50 | $50 | — | Boardroom Salon for Men |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Late cancellation or no-show fee | $25 | $25 | — | Boardroom Salon for Men |
Franchisees price within a corporate range rather than to a fixed card. Treat these as documented examples.
U.S. market ranges for comparison
These are U.S. market ranges compiled from published industry pricing data, not figures published by any single brand. They show where a given quote sits nationally.
| Service | Market low | National median | Market high | Unit | What drives it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men's haircut | $18 | $43 | $75 | per cut | Barbershop and men's-chain cuts; clipper work only sits at the low end. |
| Buzz / clipper cut | $12 | $22 | $38 | per cut | Single-guard clipper cut with no scissor work. |
| Beard trim & shape | $15 | $28 | $50 | per service | Line-up and shape; hot-towel finish costs more. |
| Hot-towel straight shave | $30 | $48 | $80 | per service | Straight-razor shave with towel and balm. |
| Kids' haircut | $15 | $27 | $45 | per cut | Under-12 pricing; some chains cap the age at 10. |
Market ranges are planning estimates compiled from published U.S. pricing data. They are not quotes and are not attributable to any brand named on this page.
What men's haircut costs in your metro tier
Rent and wages flow straight into the menu. Applying published metro cost bands to the $43 national median for men's haircut gives the following planning ranges.
| Market tier | Planning range | Multiplier | Example markets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 - highest-cost metros | $58–$75 | 1.35–1.75× | Manhattan, San Francisco, Boston, Seattle, Washington DC, Miami Beach |
| Tier 2 - large metros | $47–$57 | 1.10–1.32× | Chicago, Los Angeles suburbs, Denver, Austin, Atlanta, San Diego, Portland |
| Tier 3 - mid-size metros | $40–$47 | 0.94–1.10× | Columbus, Kansas City, Charlotte, Nashville, Phoenix, Indianapolis |
| Tier 4 - small metro and rural | $30–$40 | 0.70–0.93× | Smaller cities, county seats and rural markets |
Derived by applying regional cost-of-doing-business multipliers to the $43 national median. Treat as a sanity check on a quote you have been given.
The variables that move the number
Every one of these is optional in the sense that you can turn down it — but only if you know it is coming before the appointment starts.
- Membership or club plandepends on visit count
Monthly plans only pay off above a set visit count.
- Hot-towel finish+$8–$25
Sold as an upgrade at the chair.
- Beard service added+$15–$35
Bundled beard-and-cut packages price below buying both.
- Barber seniority+10–30%
Master barbers carry a premium at the same shop.
- Clipper-only versus scissor work+$5–$20
Scissor-over-comb and fades take longer chair time.
Related cost breakdowns: Men's Haircut Cost, Men's Hair Color Cost and Sport Clips vs Floyds 99 Barbershop.
Twelve months of men's haircut, priced out
A single $43 appointment is easy to justify. Maintained every 4 weeks, men's haircut becomes a $671 annual commitment at the national median — and that is the number worth deciding on.
| Provider level | Each visit | Visits/yr | Service spend | Gratuity | Annual total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget provider | $18 | 13 | $234 | $47 | $281 |
| National median | $43 | 13 | $559 | $112 | $671 |
| Premium provider | $75 | 13 | $975 | $195 | $1,170 |
Assumes 13 visits per year. Adjust the visit count and every figure here shifts with it.
Before hunting a lower-priced provider, look at the interval. One fewer visit a year is about $52 kept; two fewer is $103. Neither costs you any quality.
Membership break-even: the only maths that matters
A membership is worth it above one number: monthly fee ÷ per-visit price. Below that visit count you are subsidising the salon. At a $43 per-visit rate, here is where each plan level breaks even.
| Monthly plan | Per-visit rate | Break-even | Annual visits needed | Annual cost | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $60 / month | $43 | 1.4 visits | 17 visits | $720 | Worthwhile above 1.4/month |
| $95 / month | $43 | 2.2 visits | 27 visits | $1,140 | Worthwhile above 2.2/month |
| $138 / month | $43 | 3.2 visits | 39 visits | $1,656 | Worth it above 3.2/month |
Break-even = monthly fee / per-visit price. At $43 a visit the maths is simple enough to do at the counter.
Use the quoted rate rather than the market one and run your own break-even.
Gratuity, converted from percentages into money
Two rules do most of the work: tip on the service before tax, and tip the person who performed it.
| Gratuity rate | On $18 | On $43 | On $75 | When it applies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15% | $2.70 | $6.45 | $11.25 | Standard for a satisfactory service |
| 18% | $3.24 | $7.74 | $13.50 | Common default in mid-size and large metros |
| 20% | $3.60 | $8.60 | $15 | Typical for a stylist you intend to rebook with |
| 25% | $4.50 | $10.75 | $18.75 | Reserved for complex colour, long appointments or a rescue job |
- A tip is for the work performed, not for the price you were charged. Do not penalise a provider for a menu they did not set.
- If the salon owner performed the service, tipping is optional by convention - though seldom refused.
- Do not tip on membership dues, booth rent, deposits, annual fees, gift-card loads or cancellation charges — no service was performed.
- A late-cancellation charge buys you nothing. It is not tipped.
Avoid these before you book
These are the errors that show up repeatedly in pricing complaints. Each is prevented by one question asked before the service starts rather than after.
- 1Not specifying fade typecosts $5–$20
A skin fade takes longer than a taper and can be priced higher.
- 2Joining a club plan for two visits a monthcosts $20–$60
Most club plans need three or more visits to pay off.
- 3Buying cut and beard on a separate linecosts $10–$30
Bundled packages price below the two individually.
If you want the policy detail behind these: How To Compare Salon Prices and How To Compare Official And Third Party Salon Prices.
What to say on the phone
Ask these at booking rather than on arrival. Once you are gowned and in the chair, declining an add-on becomes socially much harder — which is the reason they come up at that moment.
- "Do you take a deposit, and does it come off the final balance?"
- "If this runs longer than booked, does the price change?"
- "Is removal of my existing product included, or is it a separate charge?"
- "Is there a first-visit offer or a package rate I should know about?"
- "If I join the membership today, is there an enrolment or annual fee on top?"
- "What is your cancellation window, and what is the charge if I miss it?"
- "Is a shampoo, blow-dry or finish included in that price, or billed separately?"
Then do one thing at checkout: ask for an itemised receipt. If a line appears that you were not told about, that is the moment to raise it — not after you have left.
From menu price to what you actually hand over
Every line below is routine and expected. None of it is a scam — but almost none of it appears on the menu board either.
| Line | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base service | $32 | The line you see on the menu |
| One typical add-on | $8 | Accepted at the chair without a stated price |
| Subtotal | $40 | Before tax and gratuity |
| Sales tax at 6.5% | $2.60 | Varies by state and city; services are taxable in some states only |
| Gratuity at 20% | $8 | Calculated on the service, not on tax |
| Sensible total | $50.60 | 58% above the menu price |
An illustration built from the ranges on this page. Your tax rate and add-on choices will differ.
Takeaway: budget $51 when the board says $32. The difference is $19.
You can calculate your own total rather than doing this by hand.
Worth comparing before you commit
Before deciding, it is worth seeing where this lands against the nearest alternatives on both price and what you get for it.
What people want to know before booking
How much is Sport Clips vs Boardroom Salon For Men?
Budget $18–$50. That is based on 7 documented amounts rather than one quote, which matters because the gap between the lowest and highest line here is $50.
How much is complimentary neck trim?
Complimentary neck trim is documented at $0. Sport Clips. Which puts it below the $43 national median for men's haircut.
Is there a price for ceo membership product credit?
Documented at $15 for ceo membership product credit. Boardroom Salon for Men. Published lines like this are verified periodically and can be revised at any time.
Is there a price for price scope?
The published band for price scope is $18–$32. Pricing and age limits vary by location. A $14 gap on one line is standard where locations set their own menus.
First-visit promotional discount: what is the published amount?
The published figure for first-visit promotional reduction is $20. Boardroom Salon for Men. A fixed $20 at one location does not make it a national rate.
What will I actually pay at checkout?
Add approximately 27%. On a $34 service that is about $43 once sales tax and a 20% gratuity are counted - before any add-on accepted during the appointment.
What does keeping this up cost annually?
Around $671 annually if you maintain it every 4 weeks. Each visit you skip is about $52 back, which is usually a bigger lever than switching provider.
What explains the price difference between locations?
Rent, wages and local demand set the menu. Scaling the $43 national median by published metro multipliers gives about $30 in a small market and up to $75 in a top-tier metro - before provider tier is considered.
Should I book cut and beard together?
Yes - normally $10–$30 less than two separate services.
How reliable are these figures?
They are a sourced starting point. Documented amounts come from the listed sources and market bands are national estimates - neither can be booked at. Last checked August 2026.
Sources and how we checked them
Brand-specific amounts on this page come from the pages below. A source covering one location is not used as evidence of a national price, and market ranges are labelled on a separate line.
- Official services pageService details and local price/age variation · updated 2026
- Official U.S. brand websiteBrand identity, service scope, location/booking model and official-source gate · updated 2026
- Hair dye and relaxer safety guidancePatch tests, scalp condition and timing after chemical services · updated 2026
- Hair dyes official safety guidancePatch tests, allergy risk and eye-area restrictions · updated 2026
- Hair smoothing and formaldehydeFormaldehyde exposure and smoothing-service safety · updated 2026
- Official services pageService menu, starting amounts and membership positioning · updated 2026
- Official membership pageMembership inclusions, discounts, credits and term · updated 2026
- Official promotions pageFirst-visit promotional amount · updated 2026
- Official U.S. brand websiteBrand identity, service scope, location/booking model and official-source gate · updated 2026
Prices move. If your quote differed, tell us and we will re-verify.
People also ask
Frequently asked questions
How much is Sport Clips vs Boardroom Salon For Men?
Budget $18–$50. That is based on 7 documented amounts rather than one quote, which matters because the gap between the lowest and highest line here is $50.
How much is complimentary neck trim?
Complimentary neck trim is documented at $0. Sport Clips. Which puts it below the $43 national median for men's haircut.
Is there a price for ceo membership product credit?
Documented at $15 for ceo membership product credit. Boardroom Salon for Men. Published lines like this are verified periodically and can be revised at any time.
Is there a price for price scope?
The published band for price scope is $18–$32. Pricing and age limits vary by location. A $14 gap on one line is normal where locations set their own menus.
First-visit promotional reduction: what is the published amount?
The published figure for first-visit promotional reduction is $20. Boardroom Salon for Men. A fixed $20 at one location does not make it a national rate.
What will I actually pay at checkout?
Add approximately 27%. On a $34 service that is about $43 once sales tax and a 20% gratuity are counted - before any add-on accepted during the appointment.
What does keeping this up cost annually?
Around $671 annually if you maintain it every 4 weeks. Each visit you skip is about $52 back, which is usually a bigger lever than switching provider.
What explains the price difference between locations?
Rent, wages and local demand set the menu. Scaling the $43 national median by published metro multipliers gives about $30 in a small market and up to $75 in a top-tier metro - before provider tier is considered.
Should I book cut and beard together?
Yes - usually $10–$30 less than two separate services.
How reliable are these figures?
They are a sourced starting point. Documented amounts come from the listed sources and market bands are national estimates - neither can be booked at. Last checked August 2026.
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