What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for music production?

As of October 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of music production in the United States is $36. While Salary.com is seeing that the highest pay for music production in the US can go up to $42 and the lowest down to $26, but most earn between $31 and $39. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of music production in the United States.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
music production Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile music production Salary $26 US October 01, 2026
25th Percentile music production Salary $31 US October 01, 2026
50th Percentile music production Salary $36 US October 01, 2026
75th Percentile music production Salary $39 US October 01, 2026
90th Percentile music production Salary $42 US October 01, 2026
25% $31 10% $26 90% $42 75% $39 $36 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Music production salaries can vary widely based on factors such as experience, location, and the specific role within the industry. Entry-level positions, such as assistant producers or interns, may start at lower salaries, often ranging from $30,000 to $40,000 annually. Mid-level producers with several years of experience can earn between $50,000 and $80,000, while established producers with a strong portfolio and industry connections may command salaries exceeding $100,000. Freelance producers often have variable incomes based on project availability and client budgets. Additional factors in...

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    music production

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior Producer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Hourly Wage

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Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

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39
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of music production in the United States. The average hourly rate for music production ranges from $31 to $39 with the average hourly pay of $36. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $34 to $45 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $39.

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