Disc Jockeys, Except Radio Salary in the United States
Median annual wage: — · Median hourly: $21.61 · Employment: 7,920
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | — | $13.50 |
| 25th | — | $16.91 |
| Median | — | $21.61 |
| 75th | — | $37.50 |
| 90th | — | $60.17 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 27-2091
- Total U.S. employment: 7,920
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
Disc Jockeys, Except Radio Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | — | $22.15 | — | 80 |
| California | — | — | — | 2,190 |
| Colorado | — | $20.91 | — | 60 |
| Florida | — | $16.40 | — | 0 |
| Georgia | — | $20.69 | — | 140 |
| Hawaii | — | $54.55 | — | 70 |
| Idaho | — | $22.33 | — | 100 |
| Illinois | — | $22.87 | — | 0 |
| Iowa | — | — | — | 130 |
| Massachusetts | — | — | — | 150 |
| Michigan | — | — | — | 360 |
| Missouri | — | $15.83 | — | 360 |
| Nebraska | — | — | — | 80 |
| Nevada | — | $12.00 | — | 0 |
| New Jersey | — | — | — | 220 |
| New York | — | $25.51 | — | 450 |
| North Carolina | — | $26.30 | — | 100 |
| Ohio | — | — | — | 190 |
| Oregon | — | $15.55 | — | 40 |
| Pennsylvania | — | — | — | 100 |
| South Dakota | — | $27.27 | — | 50 |
| Tennessee | — | $21.75 | — | 0 |
| Texas | — | $18.06 | — | 820 |
| Washington | — | $22.79 | — | 0 |
| Wisconsin | — | $27.69 | — | 360 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Related Occupations
- Maintenance and Repair Workers, General — $49,590/yr
- Accountants and Auditors — $83,680/yr
- Nursing Assistants — $42,260/yr
- First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers — $69,500/yr
- Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary — $36,780/yr
- Home Health and Personal Care Aides — $35,800/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for disc jockeys, except radio?
The median annual wage for disc jockeys, except radio is — ($21.61 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2024.
Which state pays disc jockeys, except radio the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many disc jockeys, except radio are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 7,920 disc jockeys, except radio employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do disc jockeys, except radio make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $21.61. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.