As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for Expressive Arts Therapy in the US is $55,467, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,067 weekly, or $4,622 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Expressive Arts Therapy in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Expressive Arts Therapy in the US vary widely, spanning from $43,082 to $64,252. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,984) and 75th percentile ($60,065), while top earners (90th percentile) make $64,252 per year. This $11,081 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or First Aid, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Expressive Arts Therapy often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 66 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Expressive Arts Therapy Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Expressive Arts Therapy Salary $43,082 US August 01, 2025
25th Percentile Expressive Arts Therapy Salary $48,984 US August 01, 2025
50th Percentile Expressive Arts Therapy Salary $55,467 US August 01, 2025
75th Percentile Expressive Arts Therapy Salary $60,065 US August 01, 2025
90th Percentile Expressive Arts Therapy Salary $64,252 US August 01, 2025
25% $48,984 10% $43,082 90% $64,252 75% $60,065 $55,467 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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