Salary distribution
Where San Francisco marriage and family therapists fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $57,980 and $104,970, with a median of $76,980.
Typical entry
Education
Master's degree
Experience
Internship/residency
On-the-job training
Internship/residency
Top skills (O*NET)
- 5.0 / 5
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge
- 4.9 / 5
Psychology
Knowledge
- 4.9 / 5
Active Listening
Basic skill
- 4.4 / 5
Social Perceptiveness
Technical
- 4.3 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.3 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 4.3 / 5
Speaking
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Encourage individuals and family members to develop and use skills and strategies for confronting their problems in a constructive manner.
- 02
Ask questions that will help clients identify their feelings and behaviors.
- 03
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior, and other personal issues.
- 04
Maintain case files that include activities, progress notes, evaluations, and recommendations.
- 05
Counsel clients on concerns, such as unsatisfactory relationships, divorce and separation, child rearing, home management, or financial difficulties.
- 06
Collect information about clients, using techniques such as testing, interviewing, discussion, or observation.
- 07
Confer with clients to develop plans for posttreatment activities.
- 08
Confer with other counselors, doctors, and professionals to analyze individual cases and to coordinate counseling services.
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How the San Francisco metro compares to other major California metro areas for marriage and family therapists.
- San Jose$88,950
- Sacramento$72,810
- Los Angeles$64,420
- Riverside$60,780
- San Diego$48,950
Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Marriage and Family Therapists in San Francisco, California?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Marriage and Family Therapists in the San Francisco metropolitan area is $76,980.
- Does San Francisco pay more than the California state average for Marriage and Family Therapists?
- The San Francisco metro median is +20.7% versus the California state median of $63,780.
- How does San Francisco compare to the national median for Marriage and Family Therapists?
- The San Francisco metro median is +19.0% versus the BLS national figure of $64,710.
- What is the salary range for Marriage and Family Therapists in San Francisco?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $50,380 and the 90th-percentile at $149,470 for the San Francisco metro area.
- What education is required for Marriage and Family Therapists?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Master's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the San Francisco CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.