How Much Do Audio Engineers Make a Year?

Audio engineers work in a variety of studios and earn good salaries.

Audio engineers use equipment to mix together and dub various music to create CDs or music for television shows and movies. According to a September 2010 finding by PayScale.com, these workers earn good salaries.

Expectations

If you are just starting out as an audio engineer, you can expect to earn between $24,566 and $39,305 a year, according to a September 2010 finding by PayScale.com. Those with at least five years of experience are reporting earning between $32,324 and $49,936 and after 10 years, workers report earning up to $65,640.

Employer

Working for yourself as an audio engineer could give you a slight edge when it comes to income. According to a September 2010 report by PayScale.com, those professionals working for a company are earning between $33,529 and $59,138 a year. Those who are self-employed are reporting making more on the higher end, with salaries of up to $62,400.

Geography

Using your skills as an audio engineer in the state of California could be the most profitable. According to a September 2010 survey by PayScale.com, those professionals are earning salaries ranging between $33,600 and $65,000 a year. Those working in Florida are reporting some of the lowest salaries, ranging between $30,000 and $44,500.

References

• Pay Scale: Audio Engineer Salaries By Exer
• Pay Scale: Audio Engineer Salaries By Employer
• Pay Scale: Salaries For Audio Engineers By State
• College Surfing: Audio Engineers