Producers and Directors
Occupation
$83,480
National Median Salary
$40.13
Median Hourly Wage
145,270
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+20.8%
10 Year Change
$69,100
2014 Median
$83,480
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Producers and Directors
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Services | $234,840 | 40 |
| Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4244 and 4248 only) | $170,340 | — |
| Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services | $164,120 | 60 |
| Software Publishers | $138,650 | 1,860 |
| Transportation Equipment Manufacturing | $136,490 | 40 |
Top Paying States for Producers and Directors
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| California | $122,150 | 35,650 |
| New Jersey | $107,850 | 3,060 |
| New York | $104,010 | 29,720 |
| District of Columbia | $99,900 | 2,810 |
| Delaware | $93,930 | 90 |
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