How much does a music director and composer make in Washington?
$75,060a year
Median yearly pay for music director and composers in Washington. That is $36.09 an hour or $6,255 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.09
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,230Median: $75,060Highest 10%: $161,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,230 | $24.63 | |
| 25th | $61,320 | $29.48 | |
| Median | $75,060 | $36.09 | |
| 75th | $104,100 | $50.04 | |
| 90th | $161,400 | $77.58 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $75,030 |
| Portland, OR | $66,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for music director and composers.
| 9. Massachusetts | $78,620 |
| 10. Indiana | $77,270 |
| 11. Connecticut | $77,070 |
| 12. Washington | $75,060 |
| 13. Hawaii | $74,570 |
| 14. Georgia | $67,100 |
| 15. Texas | $65,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a music director and composer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $36.09 ($75,060 a year).
Do music director and composers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $75,060 against $73,710 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Washington rank for music director and composer pay?
Washington ranks 12 of 30 states.
Which city in Washington pays music director and composers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $75,030 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.