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Music Directors and Composers Salary in Texas
Ranked #13 of 30 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of music directors and composerss in Texas earn between $27,970 and $130,290. 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 Texas is $85,750, about 5.2% below the U.S. average ($90,470). That works out to roughly $41/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $76,700 | $101,160 | 130 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $63,440 | $85,970 | 110 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do music directors and composers make in Texas?
The median music directors and composers salary in Texas is $65,570 per year (mean $85,750), and about 80% earn between $27,970 and $130,290.
How much do music directors and composers make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $41 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $85,750 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for music directors and composers?
Texas ranks #13 of 30 states for music directors and composers pay. Its mean salary of $85,750 is about 5.2% below the U.S. average of $90,470.
Which metro areas in Texas pay music directors and composers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for music directors and composers are Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($76,700), Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX ($63,440), by median annual wage.