Choreographers pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for choreographers is $26.59 an hour ($55,310 a year). About 2,860 people work in this job there.
Pay range for choreographers in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.39 | $34,090 |
| 25% of workers | $20.00 | $41,600 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.59 | $55,310 |
| 75% of workers | $36.40 | $75,710 |
| 90% of workers | $66.65 | $138,630 |
Best-paying states for choreographers
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $173,100 | 340 |
| California | $75,000 | 410 |
| Minnesota | $74,810 | 40 |
| Maryland | $69,140 | 80 |
| Ohio | $66,910 | 120 |
| Louisiana | $51,170 | 210 |
| Nebraska | $49,490 | 60 |
| Texas | $46,460 | 380 |
| Indiana | $44,840 | 0 |
| South Dakota | $40,320 | 250 |
Education, experience and outlook for choreographers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 4 to 6 years (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: 5 years or more (BLS)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.1% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Self-Enrichment Teachers | $46,800 |
| Producers and Directors | $90,360 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $78,620 |
| Actors | $60,424 |
| Art Directors | $114,850 |
| Musicians and Singers | $99,424 |
| Therapists, All Other | $77,930 |
| Music Directors and Composers | $73,710 |
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