Art Teacher/Mentor Salary in the United States

How much does an Art Teacher/Mentor make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Art Teacher/Mentor in the United States is $56,038 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, an Art Teacher/Mentor's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,157
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,442 to $63,428
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,525

Key Factors That Influence Art Teacher/Mentor Salaries

An Art Teacher/Mentor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Art Teacher/Mentor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Art Teacher/Mentor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $51,779
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $52,026
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,012
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $57,886
  • Expert (over 8 years): $58,091
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Art Teacher/Mentor less than 1 year $51,779
Early Career Level Art Teacher/Mentor 1-2 years $52,026
Mid-Level Level Art Teacher/Mentor 2-4 years $55,012
Senior-Level Level Art Teacher/Mentor 5-8 years $57,886
Expert Level Art Teacher/Mentor over 8 years $58,091

Top Paying Cities for Art Teacher/Mentor

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $70,681
  • San Francisco: $69,907
  • Oakland: $68,434

Art Teacher/Mentor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Art Teacher/Mentor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Art Teacher/Mentor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Art Teacher/Mentor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Art Teacher/Mentor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare $61,642 $30.0 10%
Hospitality & Leisure $58,840 $28.0 5%

Art Teacher/Mentor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Art Teacher/Mentor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$48,442
Average $56,038/year
$63,428
$4,037
Average $4,670/month
$5,286
$932
Average $1,078/week
$1,220
$23
Average $27/hour
$30
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $63,428 $5,286 $1,220 $30
Average $56,038 $4,670 $1,078 $27
25th Percentile $48,442 $4,037 $932 $23

Most common benefits for Art Teacher/Mentor

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Art Teacher/Mentor

Here are companies hiring for Art Teacher/Mentor and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Art Teacher/Mentor Job

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FAQ about Art Teacher/Mentor

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Art Teacher/Mentor?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Art Teacher/Mentor roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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