Vocal Teacher Salary in the United States

How much does a Vocal Teacher make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Vocal Teacher in the United States is $52,152 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Vocal Teacher's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,352
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,490 to $59,062
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,603
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Vocal Teacher Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $59,062 $4,922 $1,136 $28
Average $52,152 $4,346 $1,003 $25
25th Percentile $43,490 $3,624 $836 $21
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Key Factors That Influence Vocal Teacher Salaries

A Vocal Teacher's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Vocal Teacher Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Vocal Teacher's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $51,310
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $51,551
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,478
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $57,395
  • Expert (over 8 years): $57,603
Levels Salary
Entry Level Vocal Teacher$51,310
Intermediate Level Vocal Teacher$51,551
Senior Level Vocal Teacher$54,478
Specialist Level Vocal Teacher$57,395
Expert Level Vocal Teacher$57,603
$51,310 0 yr
$51,551 < 2 yrs
$54,478 2-4 yrs
$57,395 5-8 yrs
$57,603 > 8 yrs
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How Do Vocal Teacher Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Vocal Teachers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $57,743.
  • California: $57,524.
  • Massachusetts: $56,757.

Top Paying Cities for Vocal Teachers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $65,780
  • San Francisco: $65,133
  • Oakland: $63,688

What Skills Can Increase a Vocal Teacher's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 6.13% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Special Education (Mentioned in 5.55% Job Postings): Special education is the practice of educating students in a way that accommodates their individual differences, disabilities, and special needs.
  • Physical Education (Mentioned in 2.46% Job Postings): Physical education, often abbreviated to Phys Ed. or P.E., is a subject taught in schools around the world. It is usually taught during primary and secondary education, and encourages psychomotor learning.
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Commitment 6.13%
Special Education 5.55%
Physical Education 2.46%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Vocal Teacher's salary.
  • Accountability: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Physical Education: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Accountability
 $55,281
6%
Collaboration
 $54,760
5%
Physical Education
 $53,717
3%
Analysis
 $53,195
2%
Coaching
 $53,195
2%
Dedication
 $53,195
2%
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How Education impacts a Vocal Teacher's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Vocal Teachers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Vocal Teacher with a Bachelor's Degree is between $54,827 and $60,665).

Vocal Teacher Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Vocal Teacher
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.1%
High School 2.6%
Associates 2.2%
Bachelors 45.4%
Masters 46.3%
Doctorate 3.4%
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Vocal Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Vocal Teacher's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$43,490
Average $52,152/year
$59,062
$3,624
Average $4,346/month
$4,922
$836
Average $1,003/week
$1,136
$21
Average $25/hour
$28
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $59,062 $4,922 $1,136 $28
Average $52,152 $4,346 $1,003 $25
25th Percentile $43,490 $3,624 $836 $21

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Salary Trends for Vocal Teacher

Salaries for a Vocal Teacher can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $54,973 in 2023 to around $53,762 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Vocal Teacher salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Vocal Teacher Over Time

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