Tutors Salary (2025)
Based on 175,070 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $29,430 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $35,000 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $43,350 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $54,860 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $75,990 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$29K
25th
$35K
Median
$43K
75th
$55K
90th
$76K
Highest Paying States for Tutors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Wyoming | $76,570 |
| Rhode Island | $75,970 |
| Massachusetts | $65,210 |
| Maryland | $64,120 |
| Vermont | $58,580 |
| New York | $56,540 |
| Connecticut | $55,250 |
| New Hampshire | $54,720 |
| Mississippi | $53,530 |
| Colorado | $53,380 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Tutors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Wyoming at an average of $76,570 per year, while Colorado has an average of $53,380 — a difference of $23,190. 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 Tutors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 175,070 workers were employed as Tutorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Educational Instruction and Library Occupations. The annual mean wage of $48,050 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-3041