▼25%
$32.50
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$20.13
MEDIAN
$32.50
90%
$60.40
The average hourly pay for a Pianist is $32.50 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$20 - $60
Bonus
$725 - $9k
Total Pay
$35k - $123k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Pianists?
What Do Pianists Do?
Pianist Tasks
- Perform and practice piano pieces individually or in a group for live audiences.
- Advertise and promote musical endeavors through media disseminations.
- Transpose music between keys and styles to suit various needs.
- Demonstrate and build upon a repertoire of music for piano.
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Common Health Benefits for a Pianist
Medical
13%
Dental
6%
Vision
6%
None
88%
Gender Breakdown for Pianists
Female
54.5%
Male
45.5%
This data is based on 11 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Pianists
What is the highest pay for Pianists?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Pianist is $60.40 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Pianists?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Pianist is $20.13 / hour
How can Pianists increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Pianist 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 Pianist that oversees more junior Pianists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.