What are the main factors that influence a Choreographer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Choreographer's salary?

A Choreographer's salary grows with experience: an Extra/Stand-in (0-0 years)earns $39,887, an Activity Specialist (0-0 years)earns $36,957, a Director - Stage, Motion Pictures, Television (0-0 years)earns $39,887,

What are the highest paying states for a Choreographer?

Choreographer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Choreographer roles are District of Columbia $48,583, California $48,399, Massachusetts $47,754. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Choreographer roles make?

Salaries for Choreographer level roles vary by specialization: Dance Choreographer: $58,072; Dance Director Choreographer Summer Camp: $50,496.

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Choreographer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Choreographer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Choreographer in Delaware is $44,436 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, a Choreographer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,329
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,982 to $55,372
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,196

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Choreographer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,372	$4,614	$1,065	$27
Average	$44,436	$3,703	$855	$21
25th Percentile	$36,982	$3,082	$711	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Choreographer Salaries

A Choreographer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Choreographer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Choreographer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Extra/Stand-in (0-0 years): $39,887
Activity Specialist (0-0 years): $36,957
Director - Stage, Motion Pictures, Television (0-0 years): $39,887

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Extra/Stand-in	0-0 years	$39,887
Activity Specialist	0-0 years	$36,957
Director - Stage, Motion Pictures, Television	0-0 years	$39,887

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How Do Choreographer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Choreographers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,583.
California: $48,399.
Massachusetts: $47,754.

District of Columbia $48,583 California $48,399 Massachusetts $47,754 Washington $47,578 New Jersey $47,561 Alaska $47,499 Connecticut $46,894 New York $46,648

Hawaii $45,862 Rhode Island $45,494 Maryland $45,244 Minnesota $44,901 Colorado $44,770 Illinois $44,726 Oregon $44,559 Delaware $44,436

New Hampshire $44,359 Virginia $44,186 Pennsylvania $43,682 Nevada $43,427 North Dakota $43,344 Michigan $43,212 Wisconsin $43,164 Vermont $43,067

Texas $42,800 Maine $42,782 Arizona $42,756 Ohio $42,725 Georgia $42,321 Indiana $42,120 Wyoming $42,080 Utah $42,019

Iowa $41,992 Kansas $41,782 Louisiana $41,720 North Carolina $41,698 Missouri $41,690 Florida $41,518 Montana $41,426 Nebraska $41,338

Kentucky $41,290 South Carolina $41,115 Tennessee $41,005 Idaho $40,961 New Mexico $40,641 Oklahoma $40,571 Alabama $40,312 South Dakota $39,877

Arkansas $39,640 West Virginia $39,513 Mississippi $39,131

Top Paying Cities for Choreographers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $45,990
Little Creek: $45,564
Magnolia: $45,753

Lincoln, DE $45,990 Little Creek, DE $45,564 Magnolia, DE $45,753 Milford, DE $45,990 Marydel, DE $45,393 Millsboro, DE $45,990 Millville, DE $46,297 Milton, DE $45,990

Nassau, DE $45,990 Ocean View, DE $46,297 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,297 Seaford, DE $45,507 Selbyville, DE $46,297 Smyrna, DE $45,340 Viola, DE $45,753 Woodside, DE $45,621

Bear, DE $45,007 Newark, DE $45,024 Claymont, DE $45,059 Delaware City, DE $45,024 Hockessin, DE $45,059 Kirkwood, DE $45,024 Middletown, DE $45,248 Montchanin, DE $45,059

New Castle, DE $45,059 Odessa, DE $45,310 Port Penn, DE $44,901 Rockland, DE $45,059 Saint Georges, DE $45,024 Townsend, DE $45,244 Winterthur, DE $45,059 Lewes, DE $45,990

Wilmington, DE $45,059 Dover, DE $45,542 Dover Afb, DE $45,647 Bethany Beach, DE $46,297 Bethel, DE $45,507 Bridgeville, DE $45,990 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,590 Cheswold, DE $45,437

Clayton, DE $45,323 Dagsboro, DE $46,297 Delmar, DE $45,507 Ellendale, DE $45,990 Felton, DE $45,990 Fenwick Island, DE $46,297 Frankford, DE $46,297 Frederica, DE $45,990

Georgetown, DE $45,990 Greenwood, DE $45,990 Harbeson, DE $45,990 Harrington, DE $45,990 Hartly, DE $45,301 Houston, DE $45,990 Kenton, DE $45,323 Laurel, DE $45,507

Yorklyn, DE $45,059

Choreographer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Choreographer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$36,982

Average $44,436/year

$55,372

$3,082

Average $3,703/month

$4,614

$711

Average $855/week

$1,065

$18

Average $21/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,372	$4,614	$1,065	$27
Average	$44,436	$3,703	$855	$21
25th Percentile	$36,982	$3,082	$711	$18

Choreographer Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Choreographer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Director - Stage, Motion Pictures, Television role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $39,887 - a projected growth of -10% over your current level.

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