How much does a Dance Therapist make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Dance Therapist in the United States is $61,835. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $55,887 to $70,478, with most professionals earning between $50,472 and $78,347.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Dance Therapist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Dance Therapist Salary $50,472 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Dance Therapist Salary $55,887 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Dance Therapist Salary $61,835 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Dance Therapist Salary $70,478 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Dance Therapist Salary $78,347 US April 01, 2025
25% $55,887 10% $50,472 90% $78,347 75% $70,478 $61,835 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Dance Therapist


    Bachelor's Degree

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    Recreational Therapy Director


    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Dance Therapist in the United States. The base salary for Dance Therapist ranges from $55,887 to $70,478 with the average base salary of $61,835. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $55,887 to $70,478 with the average total cash compensation of $61,835.

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