How to become musical instrument repairers and tunerseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$46,420
25th–75th pct. $37,670–$58,430
Top pay (est.)
$93,100
Top 10% $71,600
Pay in 5 years
$53,700est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$62,000est.
$53,300–$72,000
Outlook score
47/100
★★☆☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
44%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
+1.9%
600 openings / yr
How to become musical instrument repairers and tuners
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Apprenticeship
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Handling and Moving ObjectsOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkThinking CreativelyMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeJudging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or PeopleRepairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Important abilities
Hearing SensitivityFinger DexterityNear VisionControl PrecisionArm-Hand SteadinessManual Dexterity
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 3 — medium preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★☆☆☆ Fairly easy (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as musical instrument repairers and tuners
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.