Music Therapists Salary in New York
Music Therapists in New York earn a median of $77,980 a year, 0% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Therapists, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $77,980
- vs. U.S. median
- 0% ($77,930)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 1,110
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $54,250; the top 10% earn over $115,990. Nationally the range is $46,540 to $152,530.
States ranked near New York
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Music Therapists pay in New York
How much do music therapists make in New York?
The median is $77,980 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $54,250 and the top 10% earn over $115,990. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for music therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 41 (0% vs. the national median of $77,930). Living costs are not included.