How much does a Dance Therapist make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Dance Therapist in the United States is $58,678. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $52,443 to $65,168, with most professionals earning between $46,767 and $71,077.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Dance Therapist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Dance Therapist Salary $46,767 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Dance Therapist Salary $52,443 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Dance Therapist Salary $58,678 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Dance Therapist Salary $65,168 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Dance Therapist Salary $71,077 US March 01, 2025
25% $52,443 10% $46,767 90% $71,077 75% $65,168 $58,678 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Dance Therapist


    Bachelor's Degree

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    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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