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Music Directors and Composers Salary in Pennsylvania
Ranked #18 of 30 · PA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of music directors and composerss in Pennsylvania earn between $36,540 and $109,380. 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 Pennsylvania is $74,570, about 17.6% below the U.S. average ($90,470). That works out to roughly $36/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Pennsylvania
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA | $73,610 | $81,010 | 40 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ | $71,800 | $75,820 | 40 |
| Lancaster, PA | $71,100 | $81,330 | 40 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $61,160 | $74,270 | 250 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $57,650 | $77,890 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do music directors and composers make in Pennsylvania?
The median music directors and composers salary in Pennsylvania is $61,160 per year (mean $74,570), and about 80% earn between $36,540 and $109,380.
How much do music directors and composers make per hour in Pennsylvania?
Roughly $36 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $74,570 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Pennsylvania a high-paying state for music directors and composers?
Pennsylvania ranks #18 of 30 states for music directors and composers pay. Its mean salary of $74,570 is about 17.6% below the U.S. average of $90,470.
Which metro areas in Pennsylvania pay music directors and composers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Pennsylvania for music directors and composers are Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA ($73,610), Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ ($71,800), Lancaster, PA ($71,100), by median annual wage.