How much does a music director and composer make in Utah?
$82,570a year
Median yearly pay for music director and composers in Utah. That is $39.70 an hour or $6,881 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.70
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,110Median: $82,570Highest 10%: $86,410
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,110 | $31.30 | |
| 25th | $79,050 | $38.00 | |
| Median | $82,570 | $39.70 | |
| 75th | $82,570 | $39.70 | |
| 90th | $86,410 | $41.54 |
Cities in Utah
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Salt Lake City, UT | $82,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for music director and composers.
| 3. Colorado | $88,460 |
| 4. District of Columbia | $84,040 |
| 5. New York | $82,930 |
| 6. Utah | $82,570 |
| 7. Tennessee | $79,640 |
| 8. Wisconsin | $78,690 |
| 9. Massachusetts | $78,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a music director and composer make an hour in Utah?
The median hourly pay in Utah is $39.70 ($82,570 a year).
Do music director and composers make more in Utah than the national average?
Yes: $82,570 against $73,710 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Utah rank for music director and composer pay?
Utah ranks 6 of 30 states.
Which city in Utah pays music director and composers the most?
Salt Lake City-Murray, UT, with a median of $82,570 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.