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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