How much does a musician and singer make in Charlotte?
$131,800a year
Median yearly pay for musician and singers in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area. That is $63.36 an hour or $10,980 a month.
- Hourly
- $63.36
- Vs. national median
- +33%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 78
- Jobs in the area
- 230
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for musician and singers.
| Winston-Salem, NC | $122,500 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $99,510 |
Related jobs in Charlotte
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Special Effects Artist and Animator | $92,340 |
| Art Director | $90,000 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $83,770 |
| Technical Writer | $82,610 |
| Fashion Designer | $82,130 |
| Editor | $77,730 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $75,190 |
| Producer and Director | $74,850 |
| Interior Designer | $64,370 |
| Camera Operator | $63,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a musician and singer make an hour in Charlotte?
The median hourly pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area is $63.36 ($131,800 a year).
Do musician and singers make more in Charlotte than the national average?
Yes: $131,800 against $99,420 nationally, 33% more.
How does Charlotte compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $120,600, so Charlotte pays 9% more.
Where does Charlotte rank for musician and singer pay?
8 of 78 metro areas with data.
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.