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Music Directors and Composers Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Music Directors and Composers make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$49,270
Median Annual Salary
▲
+6.4% vs 2024
$60,360
Mean Salary
$49,270
Median Salary
$23.69
Hourly Rate
Music Directors and Composers salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Music Directors and Composers in Illinois earn a median salary of $49,270 per year ($4,105/month).
This is 29.5% below the national average of $69,923.
Illinois ranks #29 out of 30 states for Music Directors and Composers pay.
Salaries increased by 6.4% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Music Directors and Composers
Conduct, direct, plan, and lead instrumental or vocal performances by musical artists or groups, such as orchestras, bands, choirs, and glee clubs; or create original works of music.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.88
Speaking
3.62
Reading Comprehension
3.5
Critical Thinking
3.5
Judgment and Decision Making
3.5
Key Knowledge Areas
Fine Arts
4.72
English Language
3.79
Education and Training
3.49
Computers and Electronics
3.39
Customer and Personal Service
3.09
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(28.2% of workers)
Salary Range: Music Directors and Composers in Illinois
Salaries for Music Directors and Composers in Illinois range from $31,930 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $104,000 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $37,470 and $65,520.
Median $49,270
P10: $31,930P25: $37,470P75: $65,520P90: $104,000
10th
$31,930
25th
$37,470
Median
$49,270
75th
$65,520
90th
$104,000
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$31,930
$15.35
$2,660
25th Percentile
$37,470
$18.01
$3,122
Median (50th)
$49,270
$23.69
$4,105
75th Percentile
$65,520
$31.50
$5,460
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$104,000
$50.00
$8,666
Note: The mean (average) salary of $60,360 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Music Directors and Composers make in Illinois?
The median annual salary for Music Directors and Composers in Illinois is $49,270 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $60,360.
What is the salary range for a Music Directors and Composers in Illinois?
Salaries for Music Directors and Composers in Illinois range from $31,930 at the 10th percentile to $104,000 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $37,470 and $65,520.
What is the starting salary for a Music Directors and Composers in Illinois?
Entry-level Music Directors and Composers positions in Illinois typically start around $31,930 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $37,470 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Music Directors and Composers in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Music Directors and Composers in Illinois is approximately $23.69 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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