Associate Band Director Salary in the United States

How much does an Associate Band Director make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Band Director in the United States is $62,690 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an Associate Band Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,602
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,386 to $72,589
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,826
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Associate Band Director Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $72,589 $6,049 $1,396 $35
Average $62,690 $5,224 $1,206 $30
25th Percentile $54,386 $4,532 $1,046 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Associate Band Director Salaries

An Associate Band Director'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Associate Band Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Band Director'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): $59,991
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $60,628
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $62,278
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,378
  • Expert (over 8 years): $63,653
Levels Salary
Entry Level Associate Band Director$59,991
Intermediate Level Associate Band Director$60,628
Senior Level Associate Band Director$62,278
Specialist Level Associate Band Director$63,378
Expert Level Associate Band Director$63,653
$59,991 0 yr
$60,628 < 2 yrs
$62,278 2-4 yrs
$63,378 5-8 yrs
$63,653 > 8 yrs
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How Do Associate Band Director 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 Associate Band Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $69,411.
  • California: $69,147.
  • Massachusetts: $68,226.

Top Paying Cities for Associate Band Directors

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:

  • San Jose: $79,071
  • San Francisco: $78,294
  • Oakland: $76,557

What Skills Can Increase an Associate Band Director's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Integrity (Mentioned in 5.09% Job Postings): Is about having strong principles and values, which you demonstrate through your conduct in the work environment. A common integrity definition states that people with integrity do the right thing even when nobody is watching.
  • Oncology (Mentioned in 2.46% Job Postings): Designing, constructing, and repairing dental prosthetics and restorative and orthodontic devices to help patients correct dental conditions.
  • Data Collection (Mentioned in 1.46% Job Postings): Data collection is the process of gathering and measuring information on targeted variables in an established system, which then enables one to answer relevant questions and evaluate outcomes. Data collection is a component of research in all fields of study including physical and social sciences, humanities, and business. While methods vary by discipline, the emphasis on ensuring accurate and honest collection remains the same. The goal for all data collection is to capture quality evidence that allows analysis to lead to the formulation of convincing and credible answers to the questions that have been posed.
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Integrity 5.09%
Oncology 2.46%
Data Collection 1.46%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Associate Band Director's salary.
  • Line Management: Can increase your salary by up to 33%.
  • Dedication: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Patient Safety: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Line Management
 $83,378
33%
Dedication
 $68,332
9%
Patient Safety
 $67,079
7%
Accountability
 $66,452
6%
Communicates Effectively
 $66,452
6%
Communication Skills
 $65,825
5%
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How Education impacts an Associate Band Director's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Associate Band Directors enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Associate Band Director with a Bachelor's Degree is between $64,284 and $68,801).

Associate Band Director Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Associate Band Director
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 2.7%
Associates 1.9%
Bachelors 61.9%
Masters 26.5%
Doctorate 6.6%
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Associate Band Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Band Director'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.

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$54,386
Average $62,690/year
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Average $5,224/month
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Average $1,206/week
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $72,589 $6,049 $1,396 $35
Average $62,690 $5,224 $1,206 $30
25th Percentile $54,386 $4,532 $1,046 $26

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Salary Trends for Associate Band Director

Salaries for an Associate Band Director can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $56,067 in 2023 to around $56,077 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Associate Band Director salary trends, .

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