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Salary · California · BLS OEWS May 2024

Art Therapists Salary in California

In California, art therapists earn a median of $71,190 per year.

Median (California)
$71,190
Bottom 10%
$58,900
Top 10%
$113,990
Employed in California
1,130

How California compares

Refit analysis ·In California, art therapists earn a median of $71,190 — 10% above the national median of $65,010. Locally the range runs $58,900 to $113,990. About 1,130 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #13 of 42 states for art therapists pay — roughly the 71th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (Alaska, $107,070) by 50%. State employment of about 1,130 also shapes how competitive local openings are.

National benchmark

US median
$65,010
US bottom 10%
$38,840
US top 10%
$120,050

Skills that move pay in this role

  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Critical Thinking
  • Monitoring
  • Active Learning
  • Writing
  • Learning Strategies

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