Music Therapist Salary in Ada, Ohio

How much does a Music Therapist make in Ada, OH?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Music Therapist in Ada, OH is $60,084. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $48,134 to a high of $72,878, with most professionals earning between $53,829 and $66,781.

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Develops relationships with community partnerships and coordinates ongoing relationships with community organizations for special events.

December 19, 2022

Completes annual performance and competency evaluation process with management and participates in goal setting, performance improvement and educational training as needed.

March 27, 2023

Plans and carries out a general program of musical therapy ranging from passive listening programs to participatory programs involving singing, moving, playing, or dancing, drama, and even creating music.

April 14, 2023

Demonstrates an understanding of and adheres to privacy, confidentiality, and security policies and procedures related to Protected Health Information (PHI) or other sensitive and personal information.

September 19, 2022

Assist patient with needs regarding relaxation, communication, family support, anticipatory grief (patient and family), and interest in life legacy/review interventions.

January 04, 2023

Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

January 07, 2023

Complete Admission assessments in area of recreation and communication and other assessments for assigned residents.

February 23, 2023

Works with the recreation and other clinical staff to assess clients needs and interests as part of overall program planning.

April 04, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Music Therapist in Ada, OH

Average Base Salary

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53829

66781

60084

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

53897

66859

60135

What is the average salary for Music Therapist in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Music Therapist in Ada, OH. The base salary for Music Therapist ranges from $53,829 to $66,781 with the average base salary of $60,084. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,897 to $66,859 with the average total cash compensation of $60,135.

View Average Salary for Music Therapist as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$60,084	$53,829 - $66,781
Bonus	$51	$68 - $78
Total Pay	$60,135	$53,897 - $66,859

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Music Therapist Salary Near Ada, OH

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Ada, OH
CITY, STATE Lima, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,899 - $66,868	COMPARE TO Ada, OH
CITY, STATE Springfield, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,178 - $67,214	COMPARE TO Ada, OH
CITY, STATE Toledo, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,092 - $69,588	COMPARE TO Ada, OH
CITY, STATE Mansfield, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,679 - $69,076	COMPARE TO Ada, OH
CITY, STATE Columbus, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,638 - $70,266	COMPARE TO Ada, OH
CITY, STATE Fort Wayne, IN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,265 - $67,322	COMPARE TO Ada, OH

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About Ada, Ohio

Ada /ˈeɪdə/; AY-də; is a village in Hardin County, Ohio, United States. Located about 69 miles southwest of Toledo. The population was 5,952 at the 2010 census. It is the home of Ohio Northern University. Ada is located at 40°46′8″N 83°49′20″W / 40.76889°N 83.82222°W / 40.76889; -83.82222 (40.768883, -83.822298). According to the 2010 census, the village has a total area of 2.08 square miles (5.4 km2), all land. The area surrounding the village is mostly farmland and small plots of forest. Hog Creek is the only waterway of note and snakes around the village to the north and the east....

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