Music Directors and Composers
Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This career pays above the statewide median wage.
Wages for Music Directors and Composers *
U S |
$18.69 | $25.00 | $39.72 |
|---|---|---|---|
Minnesota |
$22.64 | $25.47 | $31.31 |
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN |
$23.74 | $25.52 | $31.70 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 230 workers employed in this very small career.
Where do Music Directors and Composers most often work?
- Educational Services
- Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries
- Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Current Demand
No data available.
Future Demand
This career is seeing high growth compared to other careers.
There will be a need for about 1,069 new Music Directors and Composers to meet market demand between 2020-2030. This includes the demand due to replacement (workers leaving the occupation or retiring) as well as growth.
| U S | 48,100 | 51,200 | 3,000 | 6.3% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 825 | 902 | 77 | 9.3% |
| Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN | 552 | 602 | 50 | 9.1% |
Source: You can learn about our data sources in the About Us section.