Direct answer
Supercuts vs Bishops Cuts Color runs $18–$32 for the services documented below. That figure comes from 4 separate published amounts, not a single quote. The wider set of charges on this page spans $18–$32 once fees, add-ons and package items are included.
Men's haircut is priced on time and product, not on a fixed rate card, and that is why two quotes in the same city can differ by 56% for the same service name.
- Working range
- $18–$32
- U.S. market midpoint
- $43 per cut
- Basis
- 4 price points documented from official sources
- Last reviewed
- August 2026
The numbers that matter
- $18–$32 is the working range for Supercuts vs Bishops Cuts Color, from 4 documented amounts.
- The full documented set spans $18–$32 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 shampoo and blow-dry — almost always a separate charge at value chains.
Published prices from official sources
These 4 lines come from published sources and are grouped by what they actually are. Folding fees into a service list is how misleading "average" figures get made, so they are kept apart here.
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatible national numeric amount | $18–$32 | $25 | $14 | Use the selected location or provider’s current booking menu |
| Child haircut (9 and under) | $23 | $23 | — | Supercuts; Supercuts — Oaks PA |
| Senior haircut (62+) | $23 | $23 | — | Supercuts; Supercuts — Oaks PA |
| Supercut haircut | $24–$27 | $25.50 | $3 | Supercuts — Munster IN; Supercuts — Oaks PA |
Franchisees price within a corporate range rather than to a fixed card. Use them as documented examples only.
National price context for these services
This table is market context, not a brand price list. It exists so you can tell whether a quote you have been given is average, cheap or steep for the U.S. in 2026.
| 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 lands at the low end. |
| Women's haircut | $28 | $69 | $140 | per cut | Typically includes consultation, shampoo and a finish style. |
| Kids' haircut | $15 | $27 | $45 | per cut | Under-12 pricing; some chains cap the age at 10. |
| Buzz / clipper cut | $12 | $22 | $38 | per cut | Single-guard clipper cut with no scissor work. |
| Wash & blowout | $35 | $55 | $95 | per service | Wash and style; length and thickness drive the top end. |
| Gloss / toner | $30 | $55 | $95 | per service | Demi-permanent refresh, regularly added to a cut. |
These bands describe the national market, not this page's subject. Use them to judge whether a quote is sensible, not as a price you can book.
Where you live changes the price more than anything else
Before deciding a quote is high, check it against your own market rather than the national number. A $64 quote is expensive in a tier-4 market and unremarkable in tier 1.
| 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.
Where the extra money goes
Ranking these matters. Most people compares the headline price of two salons and overlook the next few lines below it that end up setting the bill.
- Beard or neck clean-up+$5–$15
Small add-ons that quietly lift the ticket.
- Franchise location+10–35%
Each owner sets a local menu inside a corporate band.
- Shampoo and blow-dry+$6–$18
Nearly always a separate charge at value chains.
- Coupon or app offersaves $3–$10
Chain apps run recurring offers that beat the walk-in rate.
- Stylist tier+$5–$15
Some value chains price senior stylists above the base cut.
Related cost breakdowns: Beard Color Cost, Color Correction Cost and Color Melt Cost.
What to tip, in actual dollars
Percentages are awkward to compute at the counter. Below they are converted into actual dollars at the low, middle and high end of the market range.
| 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 |
- On a package or prepaid series, tip each visit on the value of that visit rather than once on the whole package.
- If more than one person worked on you, check how gratuity is divided before assuming the lead provider receives all of it.
- On a $43 service, the difference between an 18% and a 20% tip is $0.86. It matters less than whether you tip at all.
- If the salon owner performed the service, tipping is optional by convention - though seldom refused.
Five ways to overpay without noticing
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.
- 1Expecting a blow-dry with the cutcosts $6–$18
Nearly always a separate line at value chains.
- 2Not asking about stylist tiercosts $5–$15
Some value chains charge more for senior stylists.
- 3Missing app-only couponscosts $3–$12
Standing digital offers routinely beat the counter price.
If you want the policy detail behind these: How To Compare Salon Prices and What Is A Color Melt.
What to say on the phone
Read these out. It takes under two minutes and they are the gap between a quote and a surprise. The final question matters most — a written quote settles any dispute at checkout.
- "Is a shampoo, blow-dry or finish included in that price, or billed separately?"
- "Is there a first-visit offer or a package rate I should know about?"
- "What is the exact price for men's haircut at my hair length and density?"
- "Are taxes added at checkout, and do you have a card-payment surcharge?"
- "Is removal of my existing product included, or is it a separate charge?"
- "Can you email or text me the quote before my appointment?"
- "Do you take a deposit, and does it come off the final balance?"
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.
Menu price versus final bill
Work it forwards once and you will never be caught out again. A $24 service does not cost $24.
| Line | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base service | $24 | The line you see on the menu |
| One typical add-on | $8 | Accepted at the chair without a stated price |
| Subtotal | $32 | Before tax and gratuity |
| Sales tax at 7.4% | $2.37 | Varies by state and city; services are taxable in some states only |
| Gratuity at 20% | $6.40 | Calculated on the service, not on tax |
| Sensible total | $40.77 | 70% above the menu price |
An illustration built from the ranges on this page. Your tax rate and add-on choices will differ.
The rule of thumb: add roughly 70% to any menu price for men's haircut to get your realistic out-the-door number.
Swap in your own base price and run the numbers for your own service.
What men's haircut costs you over a year
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 | Per 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 annually. Adjust the visit count and every figure here shifts with it.
Before hunting a reduction, check the cadence. Going from 13 to 10 visits annually keeps around $134 in your pocket at the same quality of work.
Where else to look
Price alone seldom settles it. Compare scope first — what is actually included — before you look at the figure.
Frequently asked - with the maths
What is the real price of Supercuts vs Bishops Cuts Color?
Plan on $18–$32. Across the 4 amounts documented here the median line is $24, the cheapest is $18 and the dearest is $32. The broader span includes add-ons, plans and policy charges in addition to the core service.
Is there a price for compatible national numeric amount?
Compatible national numeric amount runs $18 to $32 - a $14 spread. Use the selected location or provider’s current booking menu. Where you land depends mainly on provider tier and how long the service takes.
What does child haircut (9 and under) cost?
$23. Supercuts; Supercuts — Oaks PA. Expect around $29 once tax and gratuity are added, where gratuity applies.
What does senior haircut (62+) cost?
$23. Supercuts; Supercuts — Oaks PA. Expect roughly $29 once tax and gratuity are added, where gratuity applies.
What does supercut haircut cost?
Expect $24–$27 for supercut haircut, midpoint $25.50. Supercuts — Munster IN; Supercuts — Oaks PA. Ask which end of that band your booking sits at before you commit.
Is the menu price the final price?
Add roughly 24%. On a $25 service that is about $31 once sales tax and a 20% gratuity are counted - before any add-on accepted during the appointment.
What does keeping this up cost annually?
At every 4 weeks - about 13 visits a year - the annual figure is roughly $671 including gratuity at the $43 national median. Dropping to 10 visits saves around $168.
What explains the price difference between locations?
Because the service name is not the service scope. Two locations quoting $37 and $60 may be selling different appointment lengths, provider tiers and inclusions under an identical label.
How current is this pricing?
No. Each number here is either an amount published by a source listed below, or a labelled U.S. market range. Menus change without notice. Last reviewed August 2026.
Sources and how we checked them
9 sources were reviewed for this page. Official brand pages are used for brand claims only; nothing here extrapolates one location's menu into a national rate.
- Official services pageService names and local pricing disclosure · updated 2026
- Official Unlimited programMonthly recurring membership description · updated 2026
- Munster, Indiana official booking pageLocation-specific haircut price and duration · updated 2026
- Oaks, Pennsylvania official booking pageLocation-specific adult, senior and child haircut prices · 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
- Official U.S. brand websiteBrand identity, service scope, location/booking model and official-source gate · 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
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real price of Supercuts vs Bishops Cuts Color?
Plan on $18–$32. Across the 4 amounts documented here the median line is $24, the cheapest is $18 and the dearest is $32. The broader span includes add-ons, plans and policy charges in addition to the core service.
Is there a price for compatible national numeric amount?
Compatible national numeric amount runs $18 to $32 - a $14 spread. Use the selected location or provider’s current booking menu. Where you land depends primarily on provider tier and how long the service takes.
What does child haircut (9 and under) cost?
$23. Supercuts; Supercuts — Oaks PA. Expect around $29 once tax and gratuity are added, where gratuity applies.
What does senior haircut (62+) cost?
$23. Supercuts; Supercuts — Oaks PA. Expect approximately $29 once tax and gratuity are added, where gratuity applies.
What does supercut haircut cost?
Expect $24–$27 for supercut haircut, midpoint $25.50. Supercuts — Munster IN; Supercuts — Oaks PA. Ask which end of that band your booking lands at before you commit.
Is the menu price the final price?
Add around 24%. On a $25 service that is about $31 once sales tax and a 20% gratuity are counted - before any add-on accepted during the appointment.
What does keeping this up cost annually?
At every 4 weeks - about 13 visits annually - the annual figure is approximately $671 including gratuity at the $43 national median. Dropping to 10 visits saves around $168.
What explains the price difference between locations?
Because the service name is not the service scope. Two locations quoting $37 and $60 may be selling different appointment lengths, provider tiers and inclusions under an identical label.
How current is this pricing?
No. Each number here is either an amount published by a source listed below, or a labelled U.S. market range. Menus change without warning. Last reviewed August 2026.
Last reviewed . Prices change without notice — report a correction.