Dancers pay in New York
In New York, the median pay for dancers is $26.32 an hour ($54,746 a year). About 1,170 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($51,584). New York ranks 4th of 12 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dancers in New York
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.26 | $33,821 |
| 25% of workers | $17.18 | $35,734 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.32 | $54,746 |
| 75% of workers | $52.30 | $108,784 |
| 90% of workers | $75.00 | $156,000 |
Dancers pay in New York metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City | $54,746 | 980 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy | $33,592 | 40 |
| Rochester | $33,155 | 50 |
New York unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Self-Enrichment Teachers | $57,790 |
| Producers and Directors | $107,550 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $47,090 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,850 |
| Actors | $59,155 |
| Music Directors and Composers | $82,930 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $59,920 |
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