Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for musical instrument repairers and tuners is $22.32 an hour ($46,420 a year). About 5,380 people work in this job there.
Pay range for musical instrument repairers and tuners in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.01 | $31,220 |
| 25% of workers | $18.11 | $37,670 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.32 | $46,420 |
| 75% of workers | $28.09 | $58,430 |
| 90% of workers | $34.42 | $71,600 |
Best-paying states for musical instrument repairers and tuners
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | $59,570 | 210 |
| New Jersey | $58,730 | 200 |
| Tennessee | $58,730 | 300 |
| Maryland | $55,130 | 160 |
| Oregon | $54,800 | 40 |
| New York | $53,420 | 270 |
| Connecticut | $52,940 | 40 |
| Utah | $50,180 | 60 |
| Illinois | $49,250 | 200 |
| Maine | $48,530 | 90 |
Pay by state
- California · $47,580
- Texas · $48,250
Education, experience and outlook for musical instrument repairers and tuners
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +1.9% over ten years, little or no change · about 600 openings a year (BLS)
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