How many hair salons are in Los Angeles?

9,328 hair salons in los angeles

Based on OpenMart's latest data, there are 9,328 active hair salons across Los Angeles.

This includes salons specializing in haircuts, coloring, blowouts, and multicultural styling services. Popular areas include West Hollywood, Koreatown, Santa Monica, and Downtown LA.

2.3 salons per 1,000 people

With a population of about 4 million, Los Angeles boasts approximately 2.3 salons per 1,000 residents, highlighting the city’s thriving personal care industry.

2.3

Hair Salons per 1,000 people in Los Angeles

1,445 barbershops in Los Angeles

1,445 establishments are classified as barbershops, primarily catering to men’s grooming. Fades, beard trims, and straight razor services are popular offerings in these spots.

1,445

1,445 barbershops in Los Angeles

854 blow dry bars

Los Angeles has 854 dedicated blow dry bars, often found in trendy neighborhoods like Beverly Hills, Studio City, and Venice. These offer styling services without cuts or color.

854

blow dry bars in Los Angeles

2,780 coloring-focused salons

2,780 salons specialize in coloring services such as balayage, highlights, platinum blonde transformations, and creative color applications.

Korean salons have highest density

Korean-owned salons account for 29% of LA’s total hair salon landscape, especially concentrated in Koreatown and surrounding areas. These salons are known for scalp care and precision cuts.

Japanese salons receive best reviews

On average, Japanese salons receive the highest customer satisfaction scores—4.82/5, followed by boutique studios in West LA (4.74/5).

Celebrity salons are most expensive

Salons known for celebrity clientele charge an average of $210 per visit, especially those in West Hollywood and Malibu. The citywide average service cost is around $78.

26 minutes average men’s cut

The average duration for a men’s haircut in LA is 26 minutes, excluding wait time. Booking ahead remains common, especially for premium barbers.

26 minutes

Average service time for men's cuts in Seattle

73% of appointments on weekends

73% of hair appointments occur on Saturdays and Sundays, with Fridays seeing a spike due to weekend plans and events.

7,600 salons with online booking

Approximately 7,600 of the 9,328 salons offer online appointment scheduling through tools like Square, Vagaro, and StyleSeat.

7,600+

Salons with online booking in LA

1,100 hybrid salons

1,100 salons also provide additional services like facials, nails, or waxing. Multi-service beauty studios are particularly common in suburban plazas.

1,100

hybrid salons in LA

Conclusion

From luxury blowout bars to vibrant Korean salons and elite celebrity stylists, Los Angeles is a hub for hair care diversity and innovation. With over 9,000 salons, OpenMart’s business data makes discovering, segmenting, and targeting these businesses easier than ever.

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