Music Directors and Composers Salary in New Jersey
Music Directors and Composers in New Jersey earn a median of $122,750 a year, +67% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $122,750
- vs. U.S. median
- +67% ($73,710)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,690; the top 10% earn over $205,740. Nationally the range is $39,880 to $165,760.
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Music Directors and Composers pay in New Jersey
How much do music directors and composers make in New Jersey?
The median is $122,750 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,690 and the top 10% earn over $205,740. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for music directors and composers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 30 (+67% vs. the national median of $73,710). Living costs are not included.