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Music Education Teacher

Average Music Education Teacher Salary

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$55,796
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$40k
MEDIAN
$56k
90%
$85k

The average salary for a Music Education Teacher is $55,796 in 2025

Base Salary
$40k - $85k
Bonus
$298 - $10k
Profit Sharing
$60 - $25k
Commission
$0 - $7k
Total Pay
$39k - $86k
Based on 5,995 salary profiles (last updated Oct 02 2024)
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3.7 out of 5
(333)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Music Education Teacher

Medical
84%
Dental
69%
Vision
61%
None
15%

Gender Breakdown for Music Education Teachers

Female
55.3%
Male
42.6%
Prefer to self-define
1.0%
This data is based on 1,262 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Music Education Teachers

What is the highest pay for Music Education Teachers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Music Education Teacher is $85k / year

What is the lowest pay for Music Education Teachers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Music Education Teacher is $40k / year

How can Music Education Teachers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Music Education Teacher is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Music Education Teacher that oversees more junior Music Education Teachers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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