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Music Directors and Composers Salary in Florida
Ranked #26 of 30 · FL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of music directors and composerss in Florida earn between $36,350 and $93,510. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean music directors and composers salary in Florida is $64,800, about 28.4% below the U.S. average ($90,470). That works out to roughly $31/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Florida
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL | $60,500 | $69,400 | 130 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $60,000 | $66,500 | 30 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL | $59,720 | $63,130 | 70 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL | $49,150 | $56,250 | 130 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do music directors and composers make in Florida?
The median music directors and composers salary in Florida is $57,830 per year (mean $64,800), and about 80% earn between $36,350 and $93,510.
How much do music directors and composers make per hour in Florida?
Roughly $31 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $64,800 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Florida a high-paying state for music directors and composers?
Florida ranks #26 of 30 states for music directors and composers pay. Its mean salary of $64,800 is about 28.4% below the U.S. average of $90,470.
Which metro areas in Florida pay music directors and composers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Florida for music directors and composers are Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL ($60,500), Jacksonville, FL ($60,000), Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL ($59,720), by median annual wage.