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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Dance Choreographer?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Dance Choreographer roles, with salaries approximately 60% above the market median.

How does experience change A Dance Choreographer's salary?

A Dance Choreographer's salary grows with experience: starting around $58,275 for beginners, reaching about $61,658 at mid-level, and approach $63,241 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Dance Choreographer?

Dance Choreographer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Dance Choreographer roles are District of Columbia $64,369, California $64,125, Massachusetts $63,270. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Dance Choreographer roles make?

Salaries for Dance Choreographer level roles vary by specialization: Dance Professor: $77,413; Dance Therapist: $61,799; Dance Director: $55,690; Dance Instructor: $53,262; Dance Director Choreographer Summer Camp: $50,530.

Dance Choreographer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Dance Choreographer make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Dance Choreographer in Delaware is $58,875 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,567
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,695 to $64,472
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,069

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Dance Choreographer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,472	$5,373	$1,240	$31
Average	$58,875	$4,906	$1,132	$28
25th Percentile	$52,695	$4,391	$1,013	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Dance Choreographer Salaries

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

How Experience Level Affects Dance Choreographer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Dance 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $58,275
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,305
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,658
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,065
Expert (over 8 years): $63,241

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Dance Choreographer	$58,275
Intermediate Level Dance Choreographer	$59,305
Senior Level Dance Choreographer	$61,658
Specialist Level Dance Choreographer	$63,065
Expert Level Dance Choreographer	$63,241

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How Do Dance 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 Dance Choreographers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,369.
California: $64,125.
Massachusetts: $63,270.

District of Columbia $64,369 California $64,125 Massachusetts $63,270 Washington $63,038 New Jersey $63,015 Alaska $62,933 Connecticut $62,131 New York $61,805

Hawaii $60,765 Rhode Island $60,276 Maryland $59,945 Minnesota $59,492 Colorado $59,317 Illinois $59,259 Oregon $59,038 Delaware $58,875

New Hampshire $58,773 Virginia $58,544 Pennsylvania $57,875 Nevada $57,538 North Dakota $57,428 Michigan $57,253 Wisconsin $57,189 Vermont $57,061

Texas $56,707 Maine $56,684 Arizona $56,649 Ohio $56,608 Georgia $56,073 Indiana $55,806 Wyoming $55,753 Utah $55,672

Iowa $55,637 Kansas $55,358 Louisiana $55,277 North Carolina $55,248 Missouri $55,236 Florida $55,009 Montana $54,887 Nebraska $54,771

Kentucky $54,707 South Carolina $54,474 Tennessee $54,329 Idaho $54,271 New Mexico $53,846 Oklahoma $53,753 Alabama $53,410 South Dakota $52,835

Arkansas $52,521 West Virginia $52,352 Mississippi $51,847

Top Paying Cities for Dance 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: $58,610
Little Creek: $59,039
Magnolia: $58,954

Lincoln, DE $58,610 Little Creek, DE $59,039 Magnolia, DE $58,954 Milford, DE $58,759 Marydel, DE $58,856 Millsboro, DE $58,364 Millville, DE $58,454 Milton, DE $58,556

Nassau, DE $58,598 Ocean View, DE $58,445 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,557 Seaford, DE $58,590 Selbyville, DE $58,347 Smyrna, DE $59,080 Viola, DE $58,808 Woodside, DE $58,966

Bear, DE $58,830 Newark, DE $58,808 Claymont, DE $58,928 Delaware City, DE $58,867 Hockessin, DE $58,803 Kirkwood, DE $58,856 Middletown, DE $58,878 Montchanin, DE $58,816

New Castle, DE $58,825 Odessa, DE $58,907 Port Penn, DE $58,947 Rockland, DE $58,822 Saint Georges, DE $58,860 Townsend, DE $58,950 Winterthur, DE $58,829 Lewes, DE $58,578

Wilmington, DE $58,806 Dover, DE $59,039 Dover Afb, DE $58,728 Bethany Beach, DE $58,383 Bethel, DE $58,443 Bridgeville, DE $58,581 Camden Wyoming, DE $58,873 Cheswold, DE $59,020

Clayton, DE $59,022 Dagsboro, DE $58,342 Delmar, DE $58,249 Ellendale, DE $58,425 Felton, DE $58,754 Fenwick Island, DE $58,355 Frankford, DE $58,253 Frederica, DE $58,813

Georgetown, DE $58,320 Greenwood, DE $58,590 Harbeson, DE $58,382 Harrington, DE $58,680 Hartly, DE $58,863 Houston, DE $58,596 Kenton, DE $59,025 Laurel, DE $58,285

Yorklyn, DE $58,820

Dance Choreographer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Dance Choreographer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 130% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Dance Choreographer positions in Retail & Wholesale or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Dance Choreographer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Dance Choreographer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$94,201	$45.0	60%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$67,707	$33.0	15%
Healthcare	$61,819	$30.0	5%

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

Understanding how a Dance 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$52,695

Average $58,875/year

$64,472

$4,391

Average $4,906/month

$5,373

$1,013

Average $1,132/week

$1,240

$25

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,472	$5,373	$1,240	$31
Average	$58,875	$4,906	$1,132	$28
25th Percentile	$52,695	$4,391	$1,013	$25

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