How much does a Musician earn in United States?

The estimated salary for Musician in United States ranges from USD 17,333 to USD 30,167 USD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,675 job listings

Salary Guide

Musician Salary in United States

Based on 1,675 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$17,333 - $30,167

Median salary

$17,333 - $30,167

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$11K

25th percentile$14K

Median$17K

75th percentile$30K

90th percentile$35K

50% of professionals earn between $14,084 - $30,167 USD

The median salary is $17,333

Top cities

Brooklyn53 job openings

New York52 job openings

San Antonio35 job openings

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Musician

1,675 job openings

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The average salary for a Musician in United States is USD 17,333 - USD 30,167 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 23,750 per year, based on 1,675 active job listings.

The cities with the most Musician job opportunities in United States are Brooklyn, New York, San Antonio, Biloxi, Great Lakes. Brooklyn leads with 53 job openings.

Explore 1,675 Musician job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.