Producers and Directors Salary (2025)
Based on 143,120 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $45,780 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $62,670 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $90,360 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $134,800 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $198,540 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$46K
25th
$63K
Median
$90K
75th
$135K
90th
$199K
Highest Paying States for Producers and Directors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $155,750 |
| New York | $134,810 |
| New Jersey | $124,310 |
| District of Columbia | $115,040 |
| Delaware | $110,780 |
| Connecticut | $107,640 |
| Georgia | $103,280 |
| Washington | $98,990 |
| Illinois | $95,920 |
| Oregon | $95,710 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Producers and Directors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $155,750 per year, while Oregon has an average of $95,710 — a difference of $60,040. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Producers and Directors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 143,120 workers were employed as Producers and Directorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations. The annual mean wage of $113,300 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 27-2012