Hair
Highlights prices in the US
Highlights runs $120–$225 at most US salons, median $170. That’s from 585 prices on 122 published menus across 14 cities — not an estimate.
Low
$10
Typical
$120–$225
Median
$170
High
$401
Highlights cost by city
Cities where we hold menus from at least two salons.
| City | Median | Range | Salons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | $250 | $50–$450 | 6 |
| New York, NY | $305 | $65–$550 | 5 |
| Atlanta, GA | $158 | $20–$325 | 3 |
| Austin, TX | $205 | $90–$340 | 3 |
| Chicago, IL | $285 | $50–$525 | 3 |
| Dallas, TX | $244 | $85–$401 | 3 |
| Fort Lauderdale, FL | $93 | $20–$200 | 3 |
| San Antonio, TX | $178 | $90–$250 | 3 |
| San Diego, CA | $213 | $175–$480 | 3 |
| Boynton Beach, FL | $90 | $45–$200 | 2 |
| Goodyear, AZ | $80 | $50–$180 | 2 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $148 | $75–$185 | 2 |
| San Francisco, CA | $308 | $165–$425 | 2 |
| Washington, DC | $253 | $210–$285 | 2 |
Book highlights direct
Listed providers, prioritised by cities we hold highlights pricing for. Confirm the service is on their menu before booking.
Luna Lucci Hair Salon
Book appointmentNew York, NY
Jovi Hair Suite
Book appointmentNew York, NY
ADJIA'S HAIR BRAIDING
Book appointmentSan Antonio, TX
African Hair Braiding By Beju
Book appointmentSan Diego, CA
Awa's Hair Braiding
Book appointmentSan Diego, CA
Belle By Paris
Book appointmentDallas, TX
Designs by Terrie
Book appointmentSan Antonio, TX
Reading on highlights
- Highlights Cost in Anchorage, AKHighlights in Anchorage are consistently priced at $225. Learn how local factors influence pricing and where to experience the best services.
- Highlights Prices in Andover, MADiscover the cost of highlights in Andover, MA. Our guide covers average prices, top salons, and tips to maintain your look.
- Highlights Cost in Hamden CT 2026Highlights in Hamden, CT typically range from $125 to $230, with Hair by Stephanie Lee offering a perfect local choice. Learn about costs, care, and salon selection.
- Highlights Cost in Corona, CA 2026Discover the cost of highlights in Corona, CA, where prices range from $60 to $250 with a median of $145. Explore factors affecting pricing and find top local salons.
- Highlights Price in Lakeway, TX 2026Discover the 2026 pricing landscape for hair highlights in Lakeway, TX. Learn about average costs, factors affecting pricing, and tips for choosing salons.
- Highlights Cost in Park Row, TX 2026In Park Row, TX, the cost of hair highlights ranges from $90 to $220. This guide helps you navigate the pricing and select a salon that suits your needs.
Highlights — FAQ
How much does highlights cost?
Across 122 US salon menus we've collected, highlights runs $120–$225 at most places, with a median of $170. The full spread is $10 to $401 — 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 highlights cheapest?
Across the 14 cities where we hold menus from more than one salon, Goodyear, AZ has the lowest median at $80 and San Francisco, CA the highest at $308. These are small samples — 2 and 2 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 · $130Twists (Senegalese/passion/kinky) · $175Hair color · $85Haircut · $55Sew-in / weave · $165Blowout · $72Knotless braids · $220Keratin / smoothing · $299Balayage · $250Men's haircut · $55Root touch-up / color · $103Box braids · $180Boho braids · $290Relaxer · $118Deep conditioning / treatment · $48Kids haircut · $30Silk press · $105
Prices sourced from 552US providers’ own published menus (last updated 2026-08-26).Method on the price index. Providers on Best Hair Guideare paid listings; booking links go direct to each provider’s own scheduling, and are marked rel="sponsored".