How much does a music director and composer make in Colorado?
$88,460a year
Median yearly pay for music director and composers in Colorado. That is $42.53 an hour or $7,372 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.53
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,170Median: $88,460Highest 10%: $158,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,170 | $23.64 | |
| 25th | $59,890 | $28.79 | |
| Median | $88,460 | $42.53 | |
| 75th | $116,700 | $56.09 | |
| 90th | $158,800 | $76.33 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Colorado Springs, CO | $104,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for music director and composers.
| 1. New Jersey | $122,800 |
| 2. California | $93,090 |
| 3. Colorado | $88,460 |
| 4. District of Columbia | $84,040 |
| 5. New York | $82,930 |
| 6. Utah | $82,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a music director and composer make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $42.53 ($88,460 a year).
Do music director and composers make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $88,460 against $73,710 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Colorado rank for music director and composer pay?
Colorado ranks 3 of 30 states.
Which city in Colorado pays music director and composers the most?
Colorado Springs, CO, with a median of $104,700 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.