How Much Does Private Tutoring Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Private Tutoring Include?
Private tutoring provides one-on-one academic support for students of all ages. Rates vary by subject, tutor qualifications, and whether sessions are in-person or online.
The national average cost for private tutoring is $50 per hour. Most homeowners pay between $25 and $100, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Subject
Elementary subjects: $25-$40/hr. High school: $35-$60/hr. SAT/ACT prep: $50-$100/hr. College-level: $50-$100/hr
Tutor Type
College student: $20-$35/hr. Professional tutor: $40-$75/hr. Specialized expert: $75-$150/hr
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Subject area
- ✓Tutor qualifications
- ✓Student level
- ✓In-person vs online
- ✓Session frequency
- ✓Location
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Online tutoring is typically 20-40% cheaper
- 2.College students make affordable tutors for K-12 subjects
- 3.Group tutoring splits the cost
- 4.Ask about package discounts for buying multiple sessions
📈 Private Tutoring Cost Trends (2022–2026)
Prices have increased +19.0% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $42 | — |
| 2023 | $44 | +4.8% |
| 2024 | $47 | +6.8% |
| 2025 | $48 | +2.1% |
| 2026 | $50 | +4.2% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Private Tutoring Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $21 | $41 | $82 |
| Alaska | $32 | $64 | $128 |
| Arizona | $24 | $48 | $95 |
| Arkansas | $20 | $40 | $80 |
| California | $34 | $68 | $135 |
| Colorado | $27 | $54 | $108 |
| Connecticut | $31 | $61 | $122 |
| Delaware | $26 | $53 | $105 |
| District of Columbia | $31 | $63 | $125 |
| Florida | $25 | $49 | $98 |
| Georgia | $23 | $45 | $90 |
| Hawaii | $36 | $71 | $142 |
| Idaho | $23 | $46 | $92 |
| Illinois | $26 | $53 | $105 |
| Indiana | $22 | $44 | $88 |
| Iowa | $22 | $43 | $86 |
| Kansas | $21 | $43 | $85 |
| Kentucky | $21 | $42 | $84 |
| Louisiana | $22 | $44 | $87 |
| Maine | $26 | $51 | $102 |
| Maryland | $29 | $57 | $115 |
| Massachusetts | $33 | $65 | $130 |
| Michigan | $23 | $46 | $92 |
| Minnesota | $26 | $51 | $102 |
| Mississippi | $20 | $39 | $78 |
| Missouri | $22 | $44 | $87 |
| Montana | $24 | $48 | $95 |
| Nebraska | $22 | $44 | $88 |
| Nevada | $26 | $51 | $102 |
| New Hampshire | $28 | $56 | $112 |
| New Jersey | $31 | $63 | $125 |
| New Mexico | $23 | $45 | $90 |
| New York | $33 | $66 | $132 |
| North Carolina | $23 | $45 | $90 |
| North Dakota | $23 | $45 | $90 |
| Ohio | $23 | $45 | $90 |
| Oklahoma | $21 | $42 | $83 |
| Oregon | $28 | $55 | $110 |
| Pennsylvania | $26 | $51 | $102 |
| Rhode Island | $29 | $57 | $115 |
| South Carolina | $22 | $44 | $87 |
| South Dakota | $21 | $43 | $85 |
| Tennessee | $22 | $43 | $86 |
| Texas | $23 | $47 | $93 |
| Utah | $24 | $48 | $95 |
| Vermont | $27 | $54 | $108 |
| Virginia | $26 | $53 | $105 |
| Washington | $29 | $57 | $115 |
| West Virginia | $20 | $40 | $80 |
| Wisconsin | $24 | $47 | $94 |
| Wyoming | $23 | $46 | $92 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should my child see a tutor?
Most students benefit from 1-2 sessions per week. Intensive test prep may require 3-4 sessions per week leading up to the test.
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