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Piano tuning estimates may vary but in general, it costs around $100 to $200 total or $70 to $100 per hour on average depending on locations, and the age of piano.

Educational Background: While formal education is not always required, having a background in music, particularly in piano playing or musical theory, can be beneficial. Some aspiring piano tuners pursue degrees in music, music technology, or related fields to deepen their understanding of musical instruments.

Piano tuning is done by a wide range of independent piano technicians, piano rebuilders, piano-store technical personnel, and hobbyists.

The estimated total pay for a Piano Technician is 29,752 per year, with an average salary of 27,969 per year. This number represents the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users.

ing to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , the national average salary for a musical instrument repairer or tuner is $39,770 per year. The range of salaries for piano tuners can vary, with the bottom 10% earning $23,930 per year and the top 10% earning $60,890 per year.

Over the next 10 years, it is expected the US will need 4,500 piano tuners.

Entry-level training usually requires from six months to two years, but allow two to five years of practice to develop competence in piano tuning and repair. Tuition and supply costs can range from approximately $1,000 (correspondence) to more than $11,000 (academic programs).

To attain the RPT accreditation, a PTG member must pass three examinations. A written exam tests basic knowledge of piano design, tuning theory, repair techniques and various other topics relevant to piano technology. Two separate practical, hands-on exams test tuning and technical skills.