How much does a music director and composer make in Hawaii?
$74,570a year
Median yearly pay for music director and composers in Hawaii. That is $35.85 an hour or $6,214 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.85
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,790Median: $74,570Highest 10%: $116,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,790 | $25.86 | |
| 25th | $63,230 | $30.40 | |
| Median | $74,570 | $35.85 | |
| 75th | $92,400 | $44.42 | |
| 90th | $116,400 | $55.96 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Honolulu, HI | $69,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for music director and composers.
| 10. Indiana | $77,270 |
| 11. Connecticut | $77,070 |
| 12. Washington | $75,060 |
| 13. Hawaii | $74,570 |
| 14. Georgia | $67,100 |
| 15. Texas | $65,570 |
| 16. Maryland | $64,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a music director and composer make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $35.85 ($74,570 a year).
Do music director and composers make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $74,570 against $73,710 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for music director and composer pay?
Hawaii ranks 13 of 30 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays music director and composers the most?
Urban Honolulu, HI, with a median of $69,330 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.