SOC 27-2031 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Dancers is $49,858 per year ($23.97/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $35,006 and $77,854 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $111,613 per year. There are approximately 9,060 dancers employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $13.96 | $29,037 |
| P25 | $16.83 | $35,006 |
| P50MEDIAN | $23.97 | $49,858 |
| P75 | $37.43 | $77,854 |
| P90 | $53.66 | $111,613 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Dancers is $49,858 per year ($23.97/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $35,006 and $77,854 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Dancers is $111,613 per year ($53.66/hr). The 75th percentile is $77,854 per year.
Entry-level Dancers (10th percentile) earn approximately $29,037 per year ($13.96/hr). The 25th percentile is $35,006 per year.
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