Hair
Box braids prices in the US
Box braids runs $148–$183 at most US salons, median $170. That’s from 20 prices on 10 published menus — not an estimate.
Low
$75
Typical
$148–$183
Median
$170
High
$250
Book box braids direct
Listed providers, prioritised by cities we hold box braids pricing for. Confirm the service is on their menu before booking.
Enchantress Beaute Bar
Book on BookedByIndependence, MO
Muna Hair Braiding
Book on AcuityCleveland, OH
Queen Stylish Braiding hair
Book on SquareBaltimore, MD
True Beauty In You Suites LLC
Book on StyleSeatPark Row, TX
Besties beauty bar braiding
Visit websiteMemphis, TN
MarieK Hairbraiding
Visit websiteChicago, IL
Reading on box braids
- Hair Braiding in Charlotte: Styles, Cost and CareBox, knotless and boho braids differ in tension, install time and price. Here is how they compare, what Charlotte braiders charge, and the aftercare that protects your hairline.
- African Hair Braiding in Milwaukee: A Practical GuideWhat Wisconsin law requires of a braiding shop, what box, knotless and boho braids cost, and how to keep a protective style healthy through a Milwaukee winter.
Box braids — FAQ
How much does box braids cost?
Across 10 US salon menus we've collected, box braids runs $148–$183 at most places, with a median of $170. The full spread is $75 to $250 — the low end is usually a junior stylist or a partial service, the high end a senior provider in a high-cost metro.
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
Highlights · $120Braids · $100Sew-in / weave · $180Hair color · $85Twists (Senegalese/passion/kinky) · $150Haircut · $75Knotless braids · $220Relaxer · $110Blowout · $68Root touch-up / color · $103Keratin / smoothing · $250Silk press · $118Men's haircut · $45Balayage · $253Deep conditioning / treatment · $35Boho braids · $260Kids haircut · $25
Prices sourced from 67US providers’ own published menus (last updated 2026-08-17). 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".