How much does a Musician earn in United States?

The estimated salary for Musician in United States ranges from USD 20,834 to USD 27,500 USD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 979 job listings

Salary Guide

Musician Salary in United States

Based on 979 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$20,834 - $27,500

Median salary

$20,834 - $27,500

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$12K

25th percentile$15K

Median$21K

75th percentile$28K

90th percentile$32K

50% of professionals earn between $15,383 - $27,500 USD

The median salary is $20,834

Top cities

New York34 job openings

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Musician

979 job openings

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The average salary for a Musician in United States is USD 20,834 - USD 27,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 24,167 per year, based on 979 active job listings.

The cities with the most Musician job opportunities in United States are New York, Warner Robins, Kansas City, Chicago, San Francisco. New York leads with 34 job openings.

Explore 979 Musician job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.