How much does a Violinist make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Violinist in the United States is $49,060. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $40,428 to $59,900, with most professionals earning between $32,570 and $69,769.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Violinist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Violinist Salary $32,570 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Violinist Salary $40,428 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Violinist Salary $49,060 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Violinist Salary $59,900 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Violinist Salary $69,769 US April 01, 2025
25% $40,428 10% $32,570 90% $69,769 75% $59,900 $49,060 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Violinist ?

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