Music Directors and Composers Salary (2025)
Based on 12,540 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $39,880 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $53,110 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $73,710 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $104,090 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $165,760 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$40K
25th
$53K
Median
$74K
75th
$104K
90th
$166K
Highest Paying States for Music Directors and Composers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | $133,540 |
| California | $108,530 |
| New York | $105,520 |
| Connecticut | $105,300 |
| District of Columbia | $97,530 |
| Massachusetts | $93,170 |
| Colorado | $92,810 |
| Indiana | $91,240 |
| Wisconsin | $90,360 |
| Oklahoma | $88,420 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Music Directors and Composers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New Jersey at an average of $133,540 per year, while Oklahoma has an average of $88,420 — a difference of $45,120. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Music Directors and Composers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 12,540 workers were employed as Music Directors and Composerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations. The annual mean wage of $90,470 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 27-2041