What are the main factors that influence a Music Teacher's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Music Teacher's salary?

A Music Teacher's salary grows with experience: an Music Teacher (0-0 years)earns $59,805, an Asst. Professor - Music (0-0 years)earns $69,377, an Assoc. Professor - Music (0-0 years)earns $79,862, a Professor - Music (0-0 years)earns $104,008,

What are the highest paying states for a Music Teacher?

Music Teacher salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Music Teacher roles are District of Columbia $63,990, California $63,747, Massachusetts $62,897. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Music Teacher roles make?

Salaries for Music Teacher level roles vary by specialization: Private Music Teacher: $64,512; Elementary School Music Teacher: $63,776; Music Together Teacher: $59,472; Instrumental Music Teacher: $58,716; Secondary Music Teacher: $57,532.

Music Teacher Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Music Teacher make in Hawaii?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Music Teacher in Hawaii is $60,406 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,032
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,449 to $68,586
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,205

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Music Teacher Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,586	$5,715	$1,319	$33
Average	$60,406	$5,034	$1,162	$29
25th Percentile	$52,449	$4,371	$1,009	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Music Teacher Salaries

A Music 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Music 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 Music Teachers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $63,990.
California: $63,747.
Massachusetts: $62,897.

District of Columbia $63,990 California $63,747 Massachusetts $62,897 Washington $62,666 New Jersey $62,643 Alaska $62,562 Connecticut $61,764 New York $61,441

Hawaii $60,406 Rhode Island $59,921 Maryland $59,591 Minnesota $59,141 Colorado $58,967 Illinois $58,909 Oregon $58,690 Delaware $58,528

New Hampshire $58,426 Virginia $58,199 Pennsylvania $57,534 Nevada $57,199 North Dakota $57,089 Michigan $56,916 Wisconsin $56,852 Vermont $56,725

Texas $56,372 Maine $56,349 Arizona $56,314 Ohio $56,274 Georgia $55,742 Indiana $55,476 Wyoming $55,424 Utah $55,344

Iowa $55,309 Kansas $55,031 Louisiana $54,951 North Carolina $54,922 Missouri $54,910 Florida $54,685 Montana $54,563 Nebraska $54,448

Kentucky $54,384 South Carolina $54,153 Tennessee $54,008 Idaho $53,951 New Mexico $53,529 Oklahoma $53,436 Alabama $53,095 South Dakota $52,523

Arkansas $52,211 West Virginia $52,043 Mississippi $51,541

Top Paying Cities for Music 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:

Aiea: $60,079
Anahola: $59,291
Captain Cook: $59,232

Aiea, HI $60,079 Anahola, HI $59,291 Captain Cook, HI $59,232 Eleele, HI $59,412 Ewa Beach, HI $60,026 Kapolei, HI $59,978 Haiku, HI $59,335 Hakalau, HI $59,202

Haleiwa, HI $59,862 Hana, HI $59,194 Hanalei, HI $59,214 Hanamaulu, HI $59,334 Hanapepe, HI $59,409 Hauula, HI $59,954 Hawaii National Park, HI $59,271 Hawi, HI $59,369

Hilo, HI $59,328 Princeville, HI $59,322 Holualoa, HI $59,256 Honaunau, HI $59,153 Honokaa, HI $59,230 Honomu, HI $59,323 Hoolehua, HI $59,153 Kaaawa, HI $59,973

Kahuku, HI $59,845 Kahului, HI $59,472 Kailua, HI $60,060 Ocean View, HI $59,305 Waikoloa, HI $59,299 Keauhou, HI $59,256 Kailua Kona, HI $59,327 Kalaheo, HI $59,341

Kalaupapa, HI $59,099 Kamuela, HI $59,260 Kaneohe, HI $60,047 Kapaa, HI $59,405 Kaumakani, HI $59,437 Kaunakakai, HI $59,224 Keaau, HI $59,369 Kealakekua, HI $59,338

Kealia, HI $59,358 Kekaha, HI $59,298 Kihei, HI $59,412 Kilauea, HI $59,323 Kapaau, HI $59,278 Koloa, HI $59,349 Kualapuu, HI $59,206 Kunia, HI $59,959

Kurtistown, HI $59,339 Lahaina, HI $59,350 Laie, HI $59,898 Lanai City, HI $59,206 Laupahoehoe, HI $59,356 Lawai, HI $59,437 Lihue, HI $59,334 Makawao, HI $59,381

Makaweli, HI $59,203 Maunaloa, HI $59,064 Mountain View, HI $59,308 Naalehu, HI $59,188 Ninole, HI $59,148 Ookala, HI $59,167 Paauilo, HI $59,239 Pahala, HI $59,204

Pahoa, HI $59,283 Paia, HI $59,353 Papaaloa, HI $59,364 Papaikou, HI $59,241 Pearl City, HI $60,036 Pepeekeo, HI $59,356 Puunene, HI $59,472 Volcano, HI $59,271

Wahiawa, HI $59,933 Pukalani, HI $59,381 Mililani, HI $60,005 Kula, HI $59,258 Waialua, HI $59,830 Waianae, HI $59,886 Wailuku, HI $59,380 Waimanalo, HI $60,049

Waimea, HI $59,432 Waipahu, HI $60,010 Honolulu, HI $60,100 J B P H H, HI $60,090 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $59,965 Schofield Barracks, HI $59,948 Fort Shafter, HI $60,100 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $60,100

Camp H M Smith, HI $60,087 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $60,028 Wake Island, HI $60,100

Music Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Music 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$52,449

Average $60,406/year

$68,586

$4,371

Average $5,034/month

$5,715

$1,009

Average $1,162/week

$1,319

$25

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,586	$5,715	$1,319	$33
Average	$60,406	$5,034	$1,162	$29
25th Percentile	$52,449	$4,371	$1,009	$25

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