Industry · municipality
Hair Salons in Elverum
An analysis of the industry, companies, and outlooks
Executive Summary
The hair salon industry in Elverum consists of 16 registered companies in 2025, with 46 employees and total sales revenue of NOK 20.3 million. The industry has been marked by fluctuations in recent years, with a 6% decline in sales from 2024 to 2025. Nevertheless, some companies, such as Nassar Herrefrisørsalong, show positive growth (14%) and a high EBITDA margin (31%). The industry has no registered bankruptcies, but shows variations in profitability and operating results. SmartGrunder can help entrepreneurs identify development opportunities in this municipality.
Economic Overview
The hair salon industry in Elverum had a total sales volume of NOK 20.3 million in 2025, with an annual decline of 6% compared to 2024. The number of employees in the industry has fluctuated between 44 and 48 over the past years, with a 4% decline from 2024 to 2026. The most significant company results show that Nikita Hair Avd Elverum has an EBITDA of NOK 1.0 million, while other companies such as Kvartalet Frisør and Centrum Frisør report negative operating results. The industry has a high average gross margin of 2644%, but the operating margin is negative (0%) for most companies.



Companies in the Industry
The following companies are registered in the hair salon industry in Elverum:
| Company | Number of Employees | EBITDA | Operating Result | Organizational Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikita Hair Avd Elverum | 14 | NOK 1.0M | NOK 483.5K | AS |
| Kvartalet Frisør As | 7 | NOK -63.0K | NOK -68.0K | AS |
| Sape A/s | 4 | NOK -85.0K | NOK -85.0K | AS |
| Cut'n Go Elverum As | 6 | NOK 0 | NOK 0 | AS |
| Centrum Frisør Elverum As | 2 | NOK -544.0K | NOK -559.0K | AS |
| Nassar Herrefrisørsalong As | 1 | NOK 321.0K | NOK 321.0K | AS |
Most companies are organized as AS, with one single company (ENK) that has no employees. The most profitable companies have a high EBITDA margin (31%) and positive operating results, while other companies report negative figures.

Business Geography
The hair salon industry in Elverum is concentrated in the central areas of the municipality, with 9 companies and 46 employees in Elverum. There are no registered companies in other districts or areas of the municipality. The most significant company addresses are located on Storgata, Kirkevegen, and Torggata, which are central locations in the municipality.

Business Dynamics
The hair salon industry in Elverum has no registered bankruptcies, but shows variations in operating results and profitability. The following companies report negative operating results:
- Kvartalet Frisør As: EBITDA margin of -1%, operating result of -NOK 68.0K.
- Centrum Frisør Elverum As: EBITDA margin of -39%, operating result of -NOK 559.0K.
- Sape A/s: EBITDA margin of -2%, operating result of -NOK 85.0K.
These companies have high operating costs relative to revenue, which can affect their profitability and sustainability. Nevertheless, there are no registered bankruptcies in the industry.
Outlook
Outlook for Entrepreneurs
The hair salon industry in Elverum shows both opportunities and challenges for entrepreneurs. With 16 companies and 46 employees in the municipality, it is a competitive market advantage. Some companies, such as Nassar Herrefrisørsalong As, have shown positive growth (14%) and a high EBITDA margin (31%), indicating that profitability is achievable in the industry. However, other companies report negative operating results, which can be a challenge for new companies. Entrepreneurs should consider focusing on efficient operations, customer satisfaction, and differentiation to ensure sustainability in the industry.
Outlook for the Broader Barber Shop Sector
The barber shop sector in Elverum has a broader scope than the hair salon industry, with 51 companies and 61 employees in 2026. The sector's sales volume grew by 7.3% from 2017 to 2018, but later fluctuated with a decline of 5.5% from 2024 to 2025. Compared to the hair salon industry, the barber shop sector has higher sales volume (NOK 33.5 million in 2025) and more employees (61 in 2026). This suggests that the barber shop sector has a larger market share and growth potential. Entrepreneurs should consider expanding into the barber shop sector to take advantage of these opportunities.



Other companies in frisørsalong (not in hair salon)
| Company | Industry | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friske Fjes As | beauty salon | Storgata 17, 2408 Elverum | NOK 10.7M | 13 | NOK 1.1M |
| Elverum Hud Og Dagspa Seigerud | beauty salon | Seljevegen 11A, 2409 Elverum | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Elverum Hud Og Dagspa Seigerud | beauty salon | Seljevegen 11A, 2409 Elverum | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Grieger 's Design | beauty salon | Svingenvegen 163, 2406 Elverum | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Hrebnieva Manikyr | beauty salon | Tyrivegen 22, 2409 Elverum | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Iwona Bukiel | beauty salon | Likvernvegen 310, 2412 Sørskogbygda | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Mq Studio Tran | beauty salon | Elvarheimgata 10D, 2408 Elverum | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Mq Studio Tran | beauty salon | Elvarheimgata 10D, 2408 Elverum | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Mx Beauty Tran Klinikk | beauty salon | Elvarheimgata 10B, 2408 Elverum | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Níu Life Sciences As | beauty salon | Holtet 19A, 2407 Elverum | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Shevchenko Velvære & Skjønnhet | beauty salon | Gaupevegen 15, 2406 Elverum | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Shevchenko Velvære & Skjønnhet | beauty salon | Gaupevegen 15, 2406 Elverum | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Innova Klinikken As | beauty salon | Storgata 15, 2408 Elverum | NOK 2.6M | 3 | NOK -313.0K |
Conclusion
The hair salon industry in Elverum offers both opportunities and challenges for entrepreneurs. With 16 companies and 46 employees in the municipality, it is a competitive market advantage. Some companies have shown positive growth and high profitability, while other companies have negative operating results. Entrepreneurs should consider focusing on efficient operations, customer satisfaction, and differentiation to ensure sustainability in the industry. SmartGrunder can help entrepreneurs identify development opportunities in this municipality.