Music Directors and Composers Salary in New York
Music Directors and Composers in New York earn a median of $82,930 a year, +13% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $82,930
- vs. U.S. median
- +13% ($73,710)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 2,370
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,640; the top 10% earn over $199,430. Nationally the range is $39,880 to $165,760.
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Music Directors and Composers pay in New York
How much do music directors and composers make in New York?
The median is $82,930 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,640 and the top 10% earn over $199,430. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for music directors and composers?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 30 (+13% vs. the national median of $73,710). Living costs are not included.