Dancers pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for dancers is $24.80 an hour ($51,584 a year). About 8,130 people work in this job there.
Pay range for dancers in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.88 | $30,950 |
| 25% of workers | $17.23 | $35,838 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.80 | $51,584 |
| 75% of workers | $38.36 | $79,789 |
| 90% of workers | $52.30 | $108,784 |
Best-paying states for dancers
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | $80,600 | 430 |
| Texas | $73,445 | 190 |
| Oregon | $64,064 | 70 |
| New York | $54,746 | 1,170 |
| Utah | $54,558 | 180 |
| Hawaii | $51,334 | 480 |
| Indiana | $50,877 | 140 |
| Kansas | $50,482 | 0 |
| Missouri | $46,821 | 440 |
| California | $45,323 | 1,870 |
Pay by state
- California · $45,323
- New York · $54,746
Education, experience and outlook for dancers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2.2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,600 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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| Producers and Directors | $90,360 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $78,620 |
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| Music Directors and Composers | $73,710 |
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Post a job freeFind jobsCheck pay for any jobSource: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. Figures are for wage and salary workers and do not include the self-employed. The median is the middle wage: half earn more, half earn less. Other job titles: O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), used under the CC BY 4.0 license; O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. JAI Bot has modified this information; USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications.