Tutor Salary
The short answer
The median pay for tutors in the U.S. was $43,350 a year ($20.84 an hour) in May 2025, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Most earned between $29,430 and $75,990.
Pay range
- Lower pay (10% earn less)
- $29,430
- Middle (median)
- $43,350
- Higher pay (10% earn more)
- $75,990
- Median per hour
- $20.84
Government category: Tutors. National figures for May 2025; pay in your area may be higher or lower.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tutor make?
The median pay for tutors in the U.S. was $43,350 a year ($20.84 an hour) in May 2025, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Most earned between $29,430 and $75,990.
Can I earn this working part-time?
The figures above are for all workers, most of them full-time. Part-time pay is usually quoted per hour; the median hourly wage was $20.84. Check each listing for its exact pay and hours.