Marriage and Family Therapists Salary (2025)
Based on 66,740 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $44,650 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $50,070 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $66,940 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $93,840 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $123,730 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$45K
25th
$50K
Median
$67K
75th
$94K
90th
$124K
Highest Paying States for Marriage and Family Therapists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Hawaii | $127,570 |
| Connecticut | $103,870 |
| Oregon | $102,390 |
| Utah | $93,610 |
| New Jersey | $90,310 |
| Ohio | $86,810 |
| Georgia | $83,300 |
| Massachusetts | $80,880 |
| Colorado | $80,100 |
| California | $79,440 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Marriage and Family Therapists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Hawaii at an average of $127,570 per year, while California has an average of $79,440 — a difference of $48,130. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Marriage and Family Therapists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 66,740 workers were employed as Marriage and Family Therapistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Community and Social Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $76,960 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 21-1013