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

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

How does experience change A Composer's salary?

A Composer's salary grows with experience: a Composer (0-3 years)earns $45,546, a Games Manager (3-5 years)earns $74,120, a Games Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $107,236,

What are the highest paying states for a Composer?

Composer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Composer roles are District of Columbia $50,343, California $50,152, Massachusetts $49,484. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Composer roles make?

Salaries for Composer level roles vary by specialization: Music Composer: $69,443; Video Game Composer: $67,002; Film Composer: $56,080; Music Director Or Composer: $49,532.

Composer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Composer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Composer in Delaware is $46,046 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,051
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,919 to $52,853
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,251

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Composer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,853	$4,404	$1,016	$25
Average	$46,046	$3,837	$886	$22
25th Percentile	$40,919	$3,410	$787	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Composer Salaries

A Composer'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 Do Composer 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 Composers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,343.
California: $50,152.
Massachusetts: $49,484.

District of Columbia $50,343 California $50,152 Massachusetts $49,484 Washington $49,302 New Jersey $49,284 Alaska $49,220 Connecticut $48,593 New York $48,338

Hawaii $47,524 Rhode Island $47,142 Maryland $46,883 Minnesota $46,528 Colorado $46,392 Illinois $46,346 Oregon $46,174 Delaware $46,046

New Hampshire $45,966 Virginia $45,787 Pennsylvania $45,264 Nevada $45,000 North Dakota $44,914 Michigan $44,778 Wisconsin $44,728 Vermont $44,628

Texas $44,350 Maine $44,332 Arizona $44,305 Ohio $44,273 Georgia $43,855 Indiana $43,646 Wyoming $43,605 Utah $43,541

Iowa $43,514 Kansas $43,295 Louisiana $43,232 North Carolina $43,209 Missouri $43,200 Florida $43,023 Montana $42,927 Nebraska $42,836

Kentucky $42,786 South Carolina $42,604 Tennessee $42,491 Idaho $42,445 New Mexico $42,113 Oklahoma $42,040 Alabama $41,772 South Dakota $41,322

Arkansas $41,077 West Virginia $40,945 Mississippi $40,549

Top Paying Cities for Composers

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:

Lincoln: $45,839
Little Creek: $46,174
Magnolia: $46,108

Lincoln, DE $45,839 Little Creek, DE $46,174 Magnolia, DE $46,108 Milford, DE $45,955 Marydel, DE $46,031 Millsboro, DE $45,647 Millville, DE $45,717 Milton, DE $45,796

Nassau, DE $45,829 Ocean View, DE $45,709 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,797 Seaford, DE $45,823 Selbyville, DE $45,633 Smyrna, DE $46,206 Viola, DE $45,994 Woodside, DE $46,117

Bear, DE $46,011 Newark, DE $45,994 Claymont, DE $46,088 Delaware City, DE $46,039 Hockessin, DE $45,989 Kirkwood, DE $46,031 Middletown, DE $46,049 Montchanin, DE $46,000

New Castle, DE $46,007 Odessa, DE $46,071 Port Penn, DE $46,102 Rockland, DE $46,004 Saint Georges, DE $46,034 Townsend, DE $46,105 Winterthur, DE $46,010 Lewes, DE $45,814

Wilmington, DE $45,992 Dover, DE $46,174 Dover Afb, DE $45,931 Bethany Beach, DE $45,661 Bethel, DE $45,708 Bridgeville, DE $45,816 Camden Wyoming, DE $46,044 Cheswold, DE $46,159

Clayton, DE $46,161 Dagsboro, DE $45,629 Delmar, DE $45,556 Ellendale, DE $45,694 Felton, DE $45,952 Fenwick Island, DE $45,639 Frankford, DE $45,560 Frederica, DE $45,997

Georgetown, DE $45,612 Greenwood, DE $45,823 Harbeson, DE $45,661 Harrington, DE $45,893 Hartly, DE $46,036 Houston, DE $45,828 Kenton, DE $46,163 Laurel, DE $45,585

Yorklyn, DE $46,003

Composer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Composer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 15% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Financial Services, offers compensation 5% above the average. Conversely, Composer positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Composer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Composer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$48,349	$23.0	5%
Hospitality & Leisure	$48,349	$23.0	5%

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

Understanding how a Composer'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 July 01, 2026

$40,919

Average $46,046/year

$52,853

$3,410

Average $3,837/month

$4,404

$787

Average $886/week

$1,016

$20

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,853	$4,404	$1,016	$25
Average	$46,046	$3,837	$886	$22
25th Percentile	$40,919	$3,410	$787	$20

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