Music Directors and Composers Salary in Washington
Music Directors and Composers in Washington earn a median of $75,060 a year, +2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $75,060
- vs. U.S. median
- +2% ($73,710)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,230; the top 10% earn over $161,370. Nationally the range is $39,880 to $165,760.
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Music Directors and Composers pay in Washington
How much do music directors and composers make in Washington?
The median is $75,060 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,230 and the top 10% earn over $161,370. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for music directors and composers?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 30 (+2% vs. the national median of $73,710). Living costs are not included.