Looking for a cheap haircut that’s better quality than doing it yourself, without paying an arm and a leg? Unfortunately, inflation has raised prices on countless products and services, making it that much more expensive for your routine haircut. However, fear not, haircuts don’t have to be some major expense in your budget. If you are looking for a basic haircut to spruce up your look, several cheap haircut salons are available to give you a quality haircut at a fraction of the price. In this article, you’ll learn exactly where to get a cheap haircut to maintain your look without having to shell out the big bucks.

Why Are Haircut Prices So High?

There are several reasons why haircut prices are so high these days.

Rampant inflation has unfortunately made hair salons have to adjust their prices due to the general increase in costs to stay in business, including rising rent costs, labor costs, hair product costs, and more.

In general, where you live and the level of expertise of the salon you go to will impact the price you pay to get your haircut.

It goes without saying a simple trim that takes 20-30 minutes is going to be way cheaper than sitting five plus hours getting your hair dyed.

Therefore, take into careful consideration before dying or bleaching your hair whether you can afford and maintain your look long term.

What’s Considered a Cheap Haircut These Days?

For a basic men’s haircut, a cheap haircut is anywhere between $10 – $20.

For a basic women’s haircut, a cheap haircut would be anything under $40.

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Where Can Men and Women Get a Cheap Haircut?

Inevitably, some specialty hair salons are going to be more expensive than your run-of-the-mill haircut shop.

Notoriously cheap haircut places include the following:

– Sports Clips – Their cuts run about $19, but if you’re a dude who loves to watch a ball game while getting your haircut you’ll dig it.

Also, if you have a beard they’ll clean it up for only $5 and give you a free neck trim.

– Supercuts – Based on the location, expect to pay between $15-$20 for a haircut.

– Great Clips – This is my go-to spot for a great $15 haircut. I think they’re great AND typically a few bucks less than Supercuts.

Also, if you sign-up to receive Great Clip deals in your inbox, you’ll score and instant $2 off coupon.

– Fantastic Sam’s Cut & Color – A little more pricey with cuts in the $25 range.

– Hair Cuttery – Expect to pay $30 for a standard haircut, but get 10% off that when you register with their website.

Other less common alternatives for a cheap haircut include:

– Getting your hair done at a local cosmetology school.

– Searching “cheap barber shops near me”, especially if you live in a big city.

– Consider you, your friend, or your partner cutting your hair for you. Hit up a YouTube video for a quick tutorial.

While you certainly don’t want just anyone cutting your hair to save a quick buck.

At the end of the day, it is just hair, it will grow back.

So, if you don’t love the quality of the first cheap haircut place you try, consider trying a different salon or just going to a different hairstylist next time.

Do Any Of These Places Offer Coupons?

Yes.

Some cheap haircut places do offer coupons or special discounts from time to time so be on the lookout and be sure you are on the salon’s email list and even following their social media platforms for limited-time deals.

Be sure to do a quick Google search for “haircut coupons” or “STORE NAME coupons” before you head to the barber or salon.

Are These Places Walk-In or Appointment-Only?

Most cheap haircut salons like Supercuts accept walk-ins, with no appointment required.

However, if you are getting your haircut at a salon that isn’t Supercuts, Great Clips, or the like, nearly all salons are appointment only and will sometimes take up to 2-3 weeks to schedule an appointment.

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Do I Tip On a Haircut, If So, How Much Is Standard?

While tipping on a haircut isn’t required, it is recommended, especially if you dig the haircut you just got.

Standard tipping rates can be anywhere from 15% to 20% if you enjoyed the stylist and their service.

Can I Request the Same Barber/Stylist on My Next Visit?

Yes.

When you walk in and are signing in for your next visit at Supercuts or another cheap haircut place, oftentimes you can just request the stylist you’d like to get your haircut done if they are there.

Remember to ask for the stylist’s name during your first appointment so you remember, or you can always point them out as soon as you walk in.

Ask the Reader: Do you know of any other spots to score a “cheapish” haircut? Let me know in the comments.

By Kyle James

I was in my local grocery the other day and was very surprised when I was told they no longer sold stamps. So it made me curious to research if big-box retailers like Walmart still sold stamps. I was pleased to discover that Walmart sells stamps and was REALLY surprised with the online price on a roll of 100 USPS first-class stamps (more on that later). Here’s everything I discovered, I hope it helps you save some money and keeps you out of the long line at the post office.

So…Does Walmart Still Sell Stamps?

Yes.

While some grocery and drug stores have stopped selling stamps, it’s good to know that Walmart still provides this convenient service to its shoppers. 

What Do Stamps Cost at Walmart?

As of this writing, a first-class USPS stamp costs $0.58.

This is the same price that you’ll pay at your local post office as well as at Walmart.

You can also buy Postcard stamps for $0.40/each as well as Global Forever stamps for $1.30/each.

They sell them in books of 20 and rolls of 100.

Note: Not all locations sell the rolls of 100 stamps.

Where Do I Go to Buy Stamps at Walmart?

Once you get into your local Walmart, look for The Money Center.

This is where you’ll buy stamps as well as perform other money services like purchase money orders, wire transfers, gift cards, and check cashing.

If your local store doesn’t have a Money Canter head to the Customer Service Desk and they’ll help you buy some stamps.

See Also: 11 Great Spots to Get Money Orders (With Prices Included)

What Kind of Selection Do They Have?

Walmart always carries a nice selection of stamps.

Not only do they carry the Forever Stamp, but they also have a selection of seasonal stamps as well as geographical stamps depending on where in the country you purchase them.

What Hours Can I Buy Stamps?

While some Walmart location are open 24/7, most Money Centers have more standard hours.

Specifically, they’re open to sell you stamps from 6 am – 11 pm.

But if you’re in a bind and need stamps at 2 a.m., just walk into Walmart and a customer service rep will be happy to get some for you.

See Also: 4 Clever Ways to Score Free Samples from Walmart

HACK ALERT: Can I Buy Stamps Online Too?

Yes, and they’re a GREAT deal.

As a matter of fact, you can currently buy a roll of 100 Forever stamps (2017 version) for $41.95. (see screenshot above)

Not sure why they are so cheap at Walmart.com, but I’d snatch them up before this deal goes away.

Can someone explain to me what’s going on here…are they really that cheap or am I missing something?

Update #1: I just placed an order for 100 stamps for $41.95 through the link above. It should be noted they are from a 3rd party, not Walmart directly. I’ll let you know how it goes.

Update #2: I got the stamps in the mail and they look great. They are from 2019 which I’m guessing has something to do with why they were such a deal.

Maybe they can’t sell them for the current cost of a stamp so they sell them at a discount? Anybody know?

In any case, in my opinion they are the ONLY way to buy stamps from now on.

Can I Mail Letters and Packages at Walmart As Well?

No.

Starting back in 2019, some Walmart locations built a FedEx Office storefront that let you mail Fed Ex packages, but unfortunately this does not include USPS services and thus they won’t accept your USPS letters and packages.

How Often Do Designs Change at Walmart?

Stamp designs change several times throughout the year.

While they’ll always sell Forever Stamps, it’s save to assume Walmart gets stamp updates with the seasons and around holidays, then again a few weeks before Christmas.

See Also: Considering the Walmart Pharmacy? We Answer Your 7 Biggest Questions

Can I Use a Gift Card to Buy Stamps?

Yes, and as a matter of fact you can use pretty much any form of payment when buying stamps in-store.

This even includes EBT cash cards.

But when buying stamps online, Walmart will only accept a credit card, PayPal, or a gift card.

Ask the Reader: Anything I’m missing when it comes to buying stamps at Walmart? Any insider secrets to saving some extra money? Let me know.

By Kyle James

Hello, my name is Kyle, I’m a compulsive Ross shopper and it’s been 13 days since I last shopped at Ross. I have no problem admitting it and my wife can definitely vouch for my addiction. I buy pretty much all of my clothing and shoes from Ross. It just makes sense as you’re getting quality name brands with savings in the 40-50% range. But aside from their everyday savings, there exists some highly clever ways to save even more money at Ross, here are my favorite 11 tips and tricks.

1. Shop On a Monday for “First-Dibs” on Markdowns

I’m a HUGE fan of figuring out when my favorite stores do their price markdowns so I can always shop right after (or during) and get first-dibs on the new sale prices.

I have it on good authority (from personal experience) that Ross does the vast majority of their store markdowns on Mondays when the store is not very busy.

So be sure to shop at Ross on a Monday evening and you’ll be the first shopper to check out newly added clearance items and along with the stuff that was marked down even further.

2. Shop When You’re Not in a Hurry

So here’s the thing with Ross…you GOTTA have time to look for the deals.

The racks of clothing, shoes, and home décor items aren’t exactly well organized, especially in the evenings when stuff has been touched and scattered.

So give yourself plenty of time, when you’re NOT in a hurry, and you’ll easily find the great deals hidden within.

See Also: All the Name-Brands Found at Ross, TJ Maxx, and Marshalls

3. If You’re 55+ Be Sure to Shop on a Tuesday

Tuesday is “Senior” day at Ross and those 55 or older get a sweet 10% discount on everything in-store.

Ross calls it their “Every Tuesday” club and it’s available nationwide at every Ross location.

You’ll need to sign up in-store and show a valid I.D. with your age displayed on it.

Note: Many Ross stores will give a senior the 10% discount without needing to show any proof, and often without them even asking for the discount.

4. Every Ross Has Different Inventory Levels

I have 2 Ross locations in my town and when it comes to the amount of inventory each store stocks, one of them is GREAT and the other SUCKS OUT LOUD.

For instance, my “crappy Ross” rarely has Nike shoes in my size, where the “good Ross” always has enough pairs of Nike to make me look like a total pimp. Haha.

So know your local Ross stores as it’s definitely worth a little longer drive to the store where they actually have the brands (and deals) that you’re looking to buy.

See Also: Ultimate Guide for Scoring the Best Deal at TJ Maxx, Ross, and Marshall’s

5. Irregular Items are Your BEST Friend

Look for price tags at Ross that say “Irregular” on it in order to maximize your savings.

Irregular items is stuff that didn’t meet the manufacturer’s “strict” guidelines and was sold to Ross for cheap.

But I’m here to tell ya that you CANNOT tell what is wrong with most “Irregular” items.

But the savings is usually in the 40-70% range depending on the item.

6. Found a Ross Coupon? It’s Probably a Fake

One thing I know for certain about Ross, they DO NOT have coupons of any kind.

So if you see one on eBay or in your email inbox, especially if it’s for sale, stay away as it’s 100% a SCAM.

While this tip is not a “way to save” I felt it needed to be included so you aren’t scammed as fake Ross coupons are becoming more prominent.

See Also: 8 Ways to Spot a Fake Coupon…Everytime

7. Get to Know a Ross Employee

I’ve found that Ross employees have a bunch of cool savings hacks up their sleeves and are willing to spill the beans if you chat them up and are cool about it.

From the best day to shop at that particular location, to the brands they sometimes get, to the departments that have particularly good savings….become buddies and talk them up, you won’t regret it.

8. Buy Discounted Gift Cards for Ross and Save up to 15%

eBay is a great place to buy Ross gift cards for less than face value.

You can easily save 15 – 25% off your next Ross purchase just by keeping an eye out on Ross gift card auctions and pounce when you spot a good deal.

9. Get a Job at Ross and Save an Extra 20%

If you love Ross, and are also looking for work, consider applying which would get you a sweet 20% employee discount if hired.

Their employee discount even goes up to 40% off every three months.

See Also: The 15 Best Employee Discounts at Fast Food Restaurants

10. Check the Ross Facebook Page for Giveaways

Ross does very little on social media with the exception of their Facebook page.

It’s worth a follow as they keep it updated with new product alerts, $50 Ross gift card giveaways, and other cool freebies.

See Also: Ross Return Policy: Insider Tips for Successful Returns

11. Don’t Forget to Sign-Up for Ross Email Alerts

Because Ross doesn’t advertise very much, and rarely has “sales”, it’s imperative to sign-up for their email alerts as it’s the best way to be kept in-the-know of in-store events and new merchandise alerts.

They also share cool Ross shopping tips via email which is kinda cool (and very rare for a retailer).

Bonus Tip: Don’t Be Afraid to Negotiate a Deal

If you find an item at Ross with damaged packaging and a price that doesn’t reflect the damage, don’t be afraid to ask for a deeper discount.

Ross management knows they will have a hard time selling the product and in most cases will gladly sell it to you at a discount to get it out of the store.

Start the negotiating by asking for a 25% discount and be prepared to meet in the middle with a 10-15% discount.

Ask the Reader: What’s your go-to way to save money at Ross? Let me know in the comments, thanks.

By Kyle James