Hair Salons in Indre Østfold

The hair salon industry in Indre Østfold constitutes an important part of the local business structure. In 2025, there are 109 registered companies in the industry, with a total of 81 employees. Sales have shown a weak positive trend over the years, with an increase of 0.5% from 2024 to 2025. The industry is dominated by AS companies (20 companies), while ENK companies are less represented (2 companies). Geographically, the industry is most concentrated in Askim, Mysen, and Slitu, with variations in financial indicators between these areas. Outlooks for entrepreneurs show potential in areas with stable economies and high customer acquisition rates, but also challenges in areas with negative operating profits.

Over the years, sales in the hair salon industry in Indre Østfold have shown a weak positive trend. From 2016 to 2025, sales have increased by 7.3% (from NOK 24.1M to NOK 41.6M). However, there have been variations, with a decline of 9.6% in 2020 and an increase of 16.6% in 2021. The number of employees has been more stable, with a slight decline from 2023 to 2024 (from 80 to 81 employees). EBITDA margins are at 3% for AS companies and 0% for ENK companies, showing that the AS structure has better operating profits. The industry has a high average gross margin of 87%, but operating margins vary between 0% and 6%.

There are 16 companies registered in the hair salon industry in Indre Østfold, with variations in size and financial health. Examples of companies include:

• Nikita Hair Avd Askim (12 employees, 0 in operating profit)
• Saksofonen Frisør As (10 employees, -69.0K in operating profit)
• City Frisør Mysen As (8 employees, +27.0K in operating profit)
• Fine Folk As (8 employees, +387.0K in operating profit)
• Frisørhjørnet Abc As (8 employees, +124.0K in operating profit)
• Indresalong As (7 employees, 0 in operating profit)

Most companies are AS entities, with an average operating profit of 1.2M NOK. ENK companies have not reported operating profits. There are no registered bankruptcies in the industry, but some companies have negative operating profits.

The industry is geographically distributed as follows:

1. Askim (9 companies, 42 employees): Highest number of companies and employees. Sales amount to NOK 17.5M with a positive operating profit of NOK 1.2M. EBITDA margin is 7%.
2. Mysen (3 companies, 19 employees): Sales of NOK 12.5M with a negative operating profit (-18.0K). EBITDA margin is 0%.
3. Slitu (1 company, 10 employees): Sales of NOK 4.2M with a negative operating profit (-69.0K). EBITDA margin is -1%.
4. Trøgstad (2 companies, 8 employees): No operating profit reported.
5. Spydeberg (6 companies, 7 employees): Sales of NOK 1.3M with a negative operating profit (-106.0K). EBITDA margin is -5%.
6. Knapstad (1 company, 3 employees): No operating profit reported.

Askim is the most active area, while Spydeberg and Knapstad have lower activity.

There are no registered bankruptcies in the hair salon industry in Indre Østfold. However, financial data show that some companies have negative operating profits. For example:

• Saksofonen Frisør As (Slitu): Operating profit of -69.0K NOK
• 2 Frisører As (Mysen): Operating profit of -169.0K NOK
• Pixie As (Spydeberg): No operating profit reported
• Peak Salong As (Knapstad): No operating profit reported

This shows that even though there are no bankruptcies, some companies face challenges in achieving positive operating profits. However, no companies have been bankrupt, indicating a stable industry.

For entrepreneurs in the hair salon industry in Indre Østfold, data show a mix of opportunities and challenges. There is a stable number of companies (109) and a weak positive sales trend (0.5% increase from 2024 to 2025). Areas like Askim have a higher number of employees (42) and positive operating profits, which could be attractive for new companies. However, data show that some companies in Spydeberg and Mysen have negative operating profits, which could be a challenge. Entrepreneurs should consider locating in areas with high customer acquisition rates and stable economies, such as Askim, to maximize the probability of success.

The broader beauty salon industry in Indre Østfold has 165 companies, showing that the hair salon industry is part of a larger sector. Sales in the beauty salon industry have been somewhat higher (NOK 41.6M in 2025) compared to the hair salon industry (NOK 41.6M). The number of employees in the beauty salon industry has increased by 8.4% from 2025 to 2026, while the hair salon industry has a slight decline (from 81 to 77 employees). Peer companies in the beauty salon industry include beauty salons and skincare salons, such as 1820 Skin Clinic As and Afro Hair Yemane, which have 0 in sales and operating profit. This shows that the beauty salon industry includes a broader range of services, while the hair salon industry is more specialized.

The hair salon industry in Indre Østfold shows potential for entrepreneurs, especially in areas with high customer acquisition rates and stable economies such as Askim. There is a stable number of companies and a weak positive sales trend. However, there are challenges in areas with negative operating profits. Entrepreneurs should consider locating in areas with high customer acquisition rates and stable economies, and consider using SmartGrunder to find optimal addresses for new companies.