Occupation ยท SOC 21-1013
Marriage and Family Therapists: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of marriage and family therapists can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 65,870 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $63,780 ($30.66 an hour).
US employment
65,870
Median annual wage
$63,780
Mean annual wage
$72,720
Median hourly wage
$30.66
Education and training
Typical education
Master's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Internship/residency
Job zone
5
Extensive preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- Hawaii$135,870
- New Jersey$89,030
- Utah$81,170
- Virginia$80,670
- Oregon$79,890
Top 5 after cost of living
- Hawaii$123,570
- Utah$82,100
- New Jersey$81,830
- Virginia$79,790
- Oregon$77,290
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | $65,140 | $1,360 (+2.1%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Psychologists, All Other | $117,580 | $53,800 (+84.4%) | 5 | Master's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California32,070
- 2. New Jersey3,940
- 3. Minnesota3,780
- 4. Tennessee2,590
- 5. Pennsylvania2,360
- 6. North Carolina2,110
- 7. Utah1,980
- 8. Oklahoma1,270
- 9. Texas1,160
- 10. Indiana1,120
States that pay the most
- 1. Hawaii$135,870
- 2. New Jersey$89,030
- 3. Utah$81,170
- 4. Virginia$80,670
- 5. Oregon$79,890
- 6. Connecticut$76,930
- 7. Minnesota$72,370
- 8. Colorado$69,990
- 9. Maine$68,670
- 10. Nebraska$68,550
Median annual wage. Based on 46 states and territories with published figures.
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