Direct answer
Supercuts vs Ulta Beauty Salon runs $23–$27 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 $11–$27 once fees, add-ons and package items are included.
Men's haircut is priced on time and product, not on a fixed rate card, which is why two quotes in the same city can differ by 56% for the same service name.
- Working range
- $23–$27
- U.S. market midpoint
- $43 per cut
- Basis
- 4 price points documented from official sources
- Last reviewed
- August 2026
What matters most here
- $23–$27 is the working range for Supercuts vs Ulta Beauty Salon, from 4 documented amounts.
- The full documented set spans $11–$27 once fees and add-ons are counted.
- The U.S. national median for men's haircut is $43 per cut.
- Add about 28% to any menu price for sales tax and gratuity.
- Maintained every 4 weeks, the annual cost is approximately $671.
- The largest single variable is shampoo and blow-dry — nearly always a separate charge at value chains.
Every published amount we could verify
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 are produced, so they are kept apart here.
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strip lash add-on | $11 | $11 | — | Ulta Beauty Salon |
A price documented for one location does not establish a national rate. Verify at the location you book.
How this compares with the wider U.S. market
None of these figures belongs to a brand on this page. They describe the wider market, which is what you need in order to judge a quote rather than just accept it.
| 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 | Generally 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. |
National planning ranges. A quote outside these bands is not automatically wrong - check what is included before judging it.
Regional price bands for this service
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.
Where the extra money goes
Every one of these is optional in the sense that you can refuse it — but only if you know it is coming in advance.
- Shampoo and blow-dry+$6–$18
Nearly always a separate charge at value chains.
- Franchise location+10–35%
Each owner sets a local menu inside a corporate band.
- Beard or neck clean-up+$5–$15
Small add-ons that quietly lift the ticket.
- Stylist tier+$5–$15
Some value chains price senior stylists above the base cut.
- Coupon or app offersaves $3–$10
Chain apps run recurring offers that beat the walk-in rate.
Related cost breakdowns: Supercuts vs Cost Cutters, Boardroom Salon for Men vs Supercuts and Supercuts vs Bubbles Salons.
The real annual cost of keeping this up
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 |
Cadence reflects typical maintenance intervals. Your own interval is the largest variable.
Before hunting a cheaper provider, look at the interval. One fewer visit a year is about $52 kept; two fewer is $103. Neither costs you any quality.
Tipping: the numbers rather than the etiquette
Tip on the pre-tax service amount. If a discount or promotion applied, the norm is to tip on the original value of the work, not the discounted price.
| 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 |
- At a resort or hotel spa, look for a service charge already applied before adding a further gratuity.
- On a $43 service, the gap 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 norm - though seldom refused.
- Card tips may be pooled or delayed to the next pay run. Ask if you want it to reach one person directly.
Five ways to overpay without noticing
These recur constantly in pricing disputes. Every one is avoided by asking once before the service starts.
- 1Missing app-only couponscosts $3–$12
Standing digital offers routinely beat the counter price.
- 2Not asking about stylist tiercosts $5–$15
Some value chains charge more for senior stylists.
- 3Expecting a blow-dry with the cutcosts $6–$18
Almost always a separate line at value chains.
If you want the policy detail behind these: How To Compare Salon Prices and How To Cancel A Beauty Membership.
The booking script, word for word
Ask these when you book 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.
- "Is a shampoo, blow-dry or finish included in that price, or billed separately?"
- "Do you take a deposit, and does it come off the final balance?"
- "If I join the membership today, is there an enrolment or annual fee on top?"
- "Which provider tier is that quote for, and what does the next tier up cost?"
- "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?"
- "What is your cancellation window, and what is the charge if I miss it?"
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.
What the bill looks like at checkout
Work it forwards once and you will never be caught out again. A $25 service does not cost $25.
| Line | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base service | $25 | The line you see on the menu |
| One typical add-on | $8 | Accepted at the chair without a stated price |
| Subtotal | $33 | Before tax and gratuity |
| Sales tax at 6.8% | $2.24 | Varies by state and city; services are taxable in some states only |
| Gratuity at 22% | $7.26 | Calculated on the service, not on tax |
| Realistic total | $42.50 | 70% above the menu price |
Illustrative. The 6.8% tax figure varies by state - several states do not tax personal services at all.
Takeaway: budget $42 when the board says $25. The difference is $18.
To check a specific quote, try it with your own figures.
Your other options, and when each wins
Price alone seldom settles it. Start with what is included — what is actually included — then compare the number.
What people want to know before booking
How much is Supercuts vs Ulta Beauty Salon?
$23–$27 covers the core services documented on this page. Counting every published line - fees and packages included - the full span is $11 to $27, with a midpoint of $23.
Strip lash add-on: what is the published amount?
Documented at $11 for strip lash add-on. Ulta Beauty Salon. Amounts like this are reviewed periodically and can move without warning.
Is there a price for child haircut (9 and under)?
Child haircut (9 and under): $23 as published. Supercuts; Supercuts — Oaks PA. Compare that against the $43 U.S. median for men's haircut before deciding whether it is competitive.
Is there a price for senior haircut (62+)?
Senior haircut (62+): $23 as published. Supercuts; Supercuts — Oaks PA. Compare that against the $43 U.S. median for men's haircut before deciding whether it is competitive.
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.
What will I actually pay at checkout?
Add roughly 29%. On a $25 service that is about $32 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.
Can I book at these prices?
They are research, not quotes. Every published line maps to the sources at the foot of this page; market ranges are compiled national data and are marked on a separate line. Reviewed August 2026.
Sources and how we checked them
Every published figure above traces to one of these. Where a source describes a single location or a time-limited offer, that scope stays attached to the number rather than being generalised.
- 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 services directoryService categories · updated 2026
- Official hair color service pageColor-service definitions and durations · updated 2026
- Official curly hair servicesService definitions and durations · updated 2026
- Official haircut and styling service pageHaircut/styling inclusions and service durations · updated 2026
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Frequently asked questions
How much is Supercuts vs Ulta Beauty Salon?
$23–$27 covers the core services documented on this page. Counting every published line - fees and packages included - the full span is $11 to $27, with a midpoint of $23.
Strip lash add-on: what is the published amount?
Documented at $11 for strip lash add-on. Ulta Beauty Salon. Amounts like this are reviewed periodically and can move without warning.
Is there a price for child haircut (9 and under)?
Child haircut (9 and under): $23 as published. Supercuts; Supercuts — Oaks PA. Compare that against the $43 U.S. median for men's haircut before deciding whether it is competitive.
Is there a price for senior haircut (62+)?
Senior haircut (62+): $23 as published. Supercuts; Supercuts — Oaks PA. Compare that against the $43 U.S. median for men's haircut before deciding whether it is competitive.
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.
What will I actually pay at checkout?
Add roughly 29%. On a $25 service that is about $32 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.
Can I book at these prices?
They are research, not quotes. Every published line maps to the sources at the foot of this page; market ranges are compiled national data and are marked on a separate line. Reviewed August 2026.
Last reviewed . Prices change without notice — report a correction.