Music Directors and Composers Salary in Las Vegas, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV

Median annual salary $82,920 +30.2% vs national
Median hourly $39.86
10th percentile $74,310
90th percentile $405,060
National median $63,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $74,310
    25th
    $75,980
    50th (median)
    $82,920
    75th
    $120,870
    90th
    $405,060

    Las Vegas economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,845 2023 • Census ACS
    Music Directors and Composers salary vs area income 112% Median Music Directors and Composers salary is 12% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Music Directors and Composers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $114,290
    Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA $104,000
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $97,980
    Trenton-Princeton, NJ $96,430
    Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA $94,020
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $92,930

    Nearby metros — Music Directors and Composers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $62,670
    Jacksonville, FL $57,180

    Related occupations in Las Vegas, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$49,080
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$38,030
    Graphic Designers$57,180
    Audio and Video Technicians$60,140
    Producers and Directors$78,920
    Public Relations Specialists$63,800

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Music Directors and Composers make per hour in Las Vegas?

    The median hourly wage for Music Directors and Composers in Las Vegas, NV is $39.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $194.74 or more per hour.

    Is Las Vegas above or below average for Music Directors and Composers salaries?

    The median Music Directors and Composers salary in Las Vegas, NV is 30.2% above the national median of $63,670. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Music Directors and Composers in Las Vegas?

    Entry-level Music Directors and Composers (10th percentile) earn around $74,310 per year in Las Vegas, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,980.