Hair
Balayage prices in the US
Balayage runs $195–$306 at most US salons, median $250. That’s from 172 prices on 88 published menus across 12 cities — not an estimate.
Low
$50
Typical
$195–$306
Median
$250
High
$475
Balayage cost by city
Cities where we hold menus from at least two salons.
| City | Median | Range | Salons |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $366 | $285–$475 | 3 |
| San Francisco, CA | $255 | $180–$350 | 3 |
| Austin, TX | $240 | $175–$315 | 2 |
| Bonita Springs, FL | $150 | $150–$175 | 2 |
| Chicago, IL | $225 | $100–$350 | 2 |
| Fort Lauderdale, FL | $250 | $225–$275 | 2 |
| Goodyear, AZ | $183 | $180–$185 | 2 |
| Houston, TX | $335 | $100–$450 | 2 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $148 | $100–$185 | 2 |
| San Antonio, TX | $225 | $200–$250 | 2 |
| San Diego, CA | $250 | $245–$370 | 2 |
| Washington, DC | $318 | $210–$350 | 2 |
Book balayage direct
Listed providers, prioritised by cities we hold balayage pricing for. Confirm the service is on their menu before booking.
Angelica Aesthetics
Book appointmentNew York, NY
Catalia Beauty & Wellness
Book appointmentNew York, NY
Classic Lash & Beauty
Book appointmentNew York, NY
Fifth Ave Thai Spa
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Happy Lashes
Book appointmentSan Francisco, CA
Reading on balayage
- Best Balayage in Las Vegas, NV: 2026 Cost & How to ChooseWhat balayage costs in Las Vegas in 2026 ($100-$220, median $160) plus how to choose the right colorist.
- Top 5 Best Balayage in New York, NY — Updated October 2026Discover the top five balayage providers in New York, NY, with prices ranging from $280 to $365. Evaluate your options and pick the best fit for your style.
- Best Balayage in San Antonio, TX: 2026 Cost & How to ChooseBalayage in San Antonio runs about $200-$275 (median $250). Here is what drives the price and how to choose a colorist.
- Top 4 Best Balayage in Miami–Fort Lauderdale, FL — Updated October 2026Explore the top balayage services in Miami–Fort Lauderdale with real local pricing. Learn who offers the best value for your hair enhancement.
- Top 5 Best Balayage in San Francisco Bay Area, CA — Updated October 2026Discover the top 5 balayage providers in the San Francisco Bay Area with prices from $180 to $350. Find the best option for your style and budget.
- Best Hair Color Services in Atlanta, GA 2026Atlanta's top hair color services feature balayage and highlights with prices ranging from $120 to $300. Explore renowned salons and care tips.
Balayage — FAQ
How much does balayage cost?
Across 88 US salon menus we've collected, balayage runs $195–$306 at most places, with a median of $250. The full spread is $50 to $475 — the low end is usually a junior stylist or a partial service, the high end a senior provider in a high-cost metro.
Where is balayage cheapest?
Across the 12 cities where we hold menus from more than one salon, Las Vegas, NV has the lowest median at $148 and New York, NY the highest at $366. These are small samples — 2 and 3 salons respectively — so treat them as a sighting shot, not a market average. The table above has the rest.
Are these prices what I'll actually pay?
They're list prices from providers' own published menus, not quotes. Expect the final figure to move with length, density, add-ons and who's in the chair, and expect tip on top. Booking direct with a provider is the only way to get a firm number — the book links on this page go straight to their own scheduling.
Other hair services
Braids · $140Twists (Senegalese/passion/kinky) · $175Hair color · $85Haircut · $55Highlights · $175Sew-in / weave · $160Blowout · $65Knotless braids · $230Keratin / smoothing · $290Root touch-up / color · $100Men's haircut · $50Box braids · $190Boho braids · $300Deep conditioning / treatment · $50Relaxer · $115Kids haircut · $30Silk press · $105
Prices sourced from 535US providers’ own published menus (last updated 2026-10-20). Providers on Zoca Listingsare paid listings; booking links go direct to each provider’s own scheduling, and are marked rel="sponsored".