What are the main factors that influence a Compositor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Compositor's salary?

A Compositor's salary grows with experience: a Communications Editor I (0-2 years)earns $65,765, a Communications Editor II (2-4 years)earns $80,035, a Compositor (4-7 years)earns $103,513, a Communications Editor IV (7+ years)earns $118,684, a Communications Editor Supervisor (7+ years)earns $111,570,

What are the highest paying states for a Compositor?

Compositor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Compositor roles are District of Columbia $101,054, California $100,671, Massachusetts $99,329. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Compositor roles make?

Salaries for Compositor level roles vary by specialization: Animation Compositor: $78,681; Visual Effects Compositor: $77,588; Junior Compositor: $76,502; 2D Mid Digital Compositor: $70,694; Vfx Compositor: $68,154.

Compositor Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Compositor make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Compositor in District of Columbia is $101,054 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

However, a Compositor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $120,751
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,251 to $111,364
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,504

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Compositor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,364	$9,280	$2,142	$54
Average	$101,054	$8,421	$1,943	$49
25th Percentile	$89,251	$7,438	$1,716	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Compositor Salaries

A Compositor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Compositor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Compositor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $65,765
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,035
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,513
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,684
Expert (over 8 years): $111,570

Levels	Salary
Communica... Level Compositor	$65,765
Communica... Level Compositor	$80,035
Composito... Level Compositor	$103,513
Communica... Level Compositor	$118,684
Communica... Level Compositor	$111,570

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How Do Compositor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Compositors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $101,054.
California: $100,671.
Massachusetts: $99,329.

District of Columbia $101,054 California $100,671 Massachusetts $99,329 Washington $98,964 New Jersey $98,928 Alaska $98,800 Connecticut $97,540 New York $97,029

Hawaii $95,396 Rhode Island $94,629 Maryland $94,109 Minnesota $93,397 Colorado $93,123 Illinois $93,032 Oregon $92,685 Delaware $92,429

New Hampshire $92,269 Virginia $91,909 Pennsylvania $90,859 Nevada $90,330 North Dakota $90,157 Michigan $89,883 Wisconsin $89,782 Vermont $89,582

Texas $89,025 Maine $88,988 Arizona $88,934 Ohio $88,870 Georgia $88,030 Indiana $87,610 Wyoming $87,528 Utah $87,400

Iowa $87,346 Kansas $86,907 Louisiana $86,780 North Carolina $86,734 Missouri $86,716 Florida $86,360 Montana $86,168 Nebraska $85,986

Kentucky $85,885 South Carolina $85,520 Tennessee $85,292 Idaho $85,201 New Mexico $84,534 Oklahoma $84,388 Alabama $83,850 South Dakota $82,946

Arkansas $82,453 West Virginia $82,189 Mississippi $81,395

Top Paying Cities for Compositors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $101,054
Washington: $101,054
Naval Anacost Annex: $101,054

Parcel Return Service, DC $101,054 Washington, DC $101,054 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $101,054 Washington Navy Yard, DC $101,054

Compositor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Compositor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$89,251

Average $101,054/year

$111,364

$7,438

Average $8,421/month

$9,280

$1,716

Average $1,943/week

$2,142

$43

Average $49/hour

$54

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,364	$9,280	$2,142	$54
Average	$101,054	$8,421	$1,943	$49
25th Percentile	$89,251	$7,438	$1,716	$43

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