▼31%
$21.62
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$15
MEDIAN
$21.62
90%
$50.28
The average hourly pay for a Sound Engineer is $21.62 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$15 - $50
Bonus
$8 - $3k
Total Pay
$32k - $106k
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Common Health Benefits for a Sound Engineer
Medical
48%
Dental
40%
Vision
36%
None
52%
Gender Breakdown for Sound Engineers
Male
85.2%
Female
14.8%
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FAQs About Sound Engineers
What is the highest pay for Sound Engineers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Sound Engineer is $50.28 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Sound Engineers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Sound Engineer is $15 / hour
How can Sound Engineers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Sound Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Sound Engineer that oversees more junior Sound Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.