Music Directors and Composers Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 7 metro areas • California
Music Directors and Composers in California earn a median salary of $68,924 per year on average across 7 metro and nonmetro areas, +8.3% vs the national median of $63,670. An estimated 2,050 music directors and composers are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $44,720 to $92,930 depending on location.
$68,924
Avg median salary in California
$92,930
Highest paying metro
$44,720
Lowest paying metro
2,050
Employed in California
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Music Directors and Composers salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $92,930 | $57,990 | $124,180 | 480 |
| Riverside, CA | $74,780 | $54,900 | $94,910 | 50 |
| San Jose, CA | $73,780 | $50,930 | $95,440 | 100 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $71,420 | $55,920 | $125,030 | 1,160 |
| San Diego, CA | $64,200 | $46,300 | $79,410 | 170 |
| Sacramento, CA | $60,640 | $52,860 | $107,190 | 50 |
| Fresno, CA | $44,720 | $33,990 | $59,420 | 40 |