Producers and directors Salary in the United States
Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.
The median salary for Producers and directors in the United States is $90,360 per year — about $43 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $62,670 and $134,800 a year.
Salary range
Top US metros for Producers and directors
| Metro | Local salary |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $131,600 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $130,640 |
| Trenton-Princeton, NJ | $110,190 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $102,340 |
| Salem, OR | $98,900 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $108,460 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT Metropolitan Statistical Area | $100,060 |
| Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT | $89,390 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $100,270 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $97,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do Producers and directors make in the US?
The median salary is $90,360 per year (about $43 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $62,670 and $134,800 a year.
How much do Producers and directors make per hour?
About $43 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $90,360 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).
What education do you need to work as Producers and directors?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?
No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only — they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.
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