Best Hair Salons in Mackay
Compare the top hair salons in Mackay, QLD — ranked by our composite reputation score.
Updated September 2026 · Based on 3,426 real Google reviews across 50 hair salons
Top Hair Salons in Mackay, QLD
The best hair salons in Mackay, QLD are Maxyn Asher Hair Salon (5.0★, 393 reviews), Barber G (4.9★, 235 reviews), HMB Barbers - Mackay (Caneland Central) (4.8★, 229 reviews), Stephanie Marie Hair Boutique (4.9★, 173 reviews) and Intuition The Art of Hair Mackay (4.9★, 170 reviews). Each is ranked by an independent reputation score from real Google reviews (3,426 reviews analysed across 50 businesses) — see the full top 50 below. Rankings last updated September 2026.
HMB Barbers - Mackay (Caneland Central)
Read 229 reviews · Score: 91/100
AllGoods. Barber Studio (Jay's Barber Co.)
Read 150 reviews · Score: 70/100
For The Love Of Hair Creative Studio
Read 47 reviews · Score: 64/100
Mackay Hair Extensions Unique Afrique Hair Extensions
Read 23 reviews · Score: 64/100
Memo Hair
Read 81 reviews · Score: 63/100
Alpha Cuts Mackay
Read 129 reviews · Score: 61/100
Mint escape for Hair
Read 32 reviews · Score: 55/100
Dark Haven Hair Studio
Read 10 reviews · Score: 54/100
JMA Hair and Beauty Mobile and Home Hairdresser
Read 9 reviews · Score: 52/100
House Of Colour 76
Read 7 reviews · Score: 52/100
HMB Barbers - Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre
Read 75 reviews · Score: 48/100
Elizabeth Randles Hairdressing
Read 4 reviews · Score: 48/100
Casa Blanca Hair
Read 4 reviews · Score: 48/100
Pure Luxe Hair Studio
Read 2 reviews · Score: 48/100
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about hair salons in Mackay.
Who are the best hair salons in Mackay?
We've ranked the top 50 hair salons in Mackay, QLD based on our composite reputation score combining Google ratings, review volume, and online presence. Our rankings are updated daily.
How do you rank hair salons in Mackay?
Each business gets a reputation score out of 100 from three things: its Google star rating (up to 47 points), how many reviews back that rating (up to 35), and whether customers can reach it via a website and phone number (up to 18). Review volume is the one part that can subtract: below 15 reviews it costs points, because a near-empty review record gives a stranger very little to go on. No score falls below 0, nothing else is counted, and placement cannot be bought. The score measures the strength of a business's public review record rather than the quality of its work, so it is worth reading the reviews as well — every listing links to them on Google.
Why does a hair salon with all 5-star reviews score lower than one with a lower rating?
Because review volume counts as well as rating, and below 15 reviews it counts against you. Five perfect reviews are encouraging but thin evidence; three hundred reviews averaging 4.7 tell a stranger far more about what to actually expect on the day. That is a judgement about how much proof exists, not about the quality of the work, and a newer business with a handful of excellent reviews may still be the right choice. The star rating and review count sit next to every score so you can weigh both yourself.
Why does the same business not appear several times?
Some businesses run more than one Google listing, often one per suburb they service. Those are the same company, so we group them and show the business once, using the listing with the strongest review record.
How many hair salons are there in Mackay?
We track hundreds of hair salons across Mackay and the wider QLD area. This page shows the top 50 based on their online reputation.
How can I improve my hair salon business ranking in Mackay?
The best way to improve your ranking is to consistently collect genuine customer reviews. Businesses that actively manage their online reputation typically see 2-3x more enquiries. Tools like Starworks can automate this process.
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