Music Directors and Composers salary in United States
The median music directors and composers salary is $73,710 a year, from official US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018) data · updated May 2025.
Pay distribution · p10 to p90
Music Directors and Composers salary by region
Pay trend
Up 3.0% from 2023 to 2025.
Source: US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018) · updated May 2025 · methodology
Music Directors and Composers salary FAQs
What is the average Music Directors and Composers salary in United States?
The median Music Directors and Composers salary in United States is $73,710 per year, based on US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018) (updated May 2025). Half of music directors and composerss earn more than this and half earn less.
How much does a Music Directors and Composers earn per year in the US?
Pay typically ranges from about $39,880 for lower earners (10th percentile) to $165,760 for top earners (90th percentile), with a median of $73,710.
Do Music Directors and Composers salaries vary by region in the US?
Yes. Pay varies across United States - New Jersey is among the highest at $122,750, with other areas sitting lower. See the regional breakdown above for the full picture.
Where does this Music Directors and Composers salary data come from?
These figures come from official statistics - US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018), last updated May 2025. Rung only shows verified data and never invented or crowd-sourced numbers.