What are the main factors that influence a Performing Arts'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 Performing Arts?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Performing Arts roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Performing Arts's salary?

A Performing Arts's salary grows with experience: a Laboratory Support Technician I (0-1 years)earns $45,551, a Performing Arts (1-3 years)earns $52,659, a Laboratory Support Technician III (3-5 years)earns $72,383, a Laboratory Support Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $85,434, a Laboratory Supervisor (7+ years)earns $84,868,

What are the highest paying states for a Performing Arts?

Performing Arts salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Performing Arts roles are District of Columbia $56,654, California $56,439, Massachusetts $55,686. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Performing Arts roles make?

Salaries for Performing Arts level roles vary by specialization: Master of Arts: $77,254; Performing Arts Coordinator: $62,159; Arts Teacher: $58,389; Communication Arts: $55,635; Arts Educator: $54,559.

Performing Arts Salary in Delaware

How much does a Performing Arts make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Performing Arts in Delaware is $51,818 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,723
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,784 to $55,956
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,112

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Performing Arts Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,956	$4,663	$1,076	$27
Average	$51,818	$4,318	$997	$25
25th Percentile	$47,784	$3,982	$919	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Performing Arts Salaries

A Performing Arts'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 Performing Arts Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Performing Arts'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): $45,551
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,659
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,383
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $85,434
Expert (over 8 years): $84,868

Levels	Salary
Laborator... Level Performing Arts	$45,551
Performin... Level Performing Arts	$52,659
Laborator... Level Performing Arts	$72,383
Laborator... Level Performing Arts	$85,434
Laborator... Level Performing Arts	$84,868

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

District of Columbia: $56,654.
California: $56,439.
Massachusetts: $55,686.

District of Columbia $56,654 California $56,439 Massachusetts $55,686 Washington $55,482 New Jersey $55,461 Alaska $55,390 Connecticut $54,684 New York $54,397

Hawaii $53,481 Rhode Island $53,051 Maryland $52,760 Minnesota $52,361 Colorado $52,207 Illinois $52,156 Oregon $51,961 Delaware $51,818

New Hampshire $51,728 Virginia $51,526 Pennsylvania $50,938 Nevada $50,641 North Dakota $50,544 Michigan $50,391 Wisconsin $50,334 Vermont $50,222

Texas $49,910 Maine $49,889 Arizona $49,858 Ohio $49,823 Georgia $49,352 Indiana $49,116 Wyoming $49,070 Utah $48,999

Iowa $48,968 Kansas $48,722 Louisiana $48,651 North Carolina $48,625 Missouri $48,615 Florida $48,415 Montana $48,308 Nebraska $48,206

Kentucky $48,149 South Carolina $47,945 Tennessee $47,817 Idaho $47,766 New Mexico $47,392 Oklahoma $47,310 Alabama $47,008 South Dakota $46,502

Arkansas $46,225 West Virginia $46,077 Mississippi $45,632

Top Paying Cities for Performing Arts

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: $51,585
Little Creek: $51,962
Magnolia: $51,888

Lincoln, DE $51,585 Little Creek, DE $51,962 Magnolia, DE $51,888 Milford, DE $51,716 Marydel, DE $51,801 Millsboro, DE $51,368 Millville, DE $51,448 Milton, DE $51,537

Nassau, DE $51,574 Ocean View, DE $51,439 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,538 Seaford, DE $51,567 Selbyville, DE $51,354 Smyrna, DE $51,998 Viola, DE $51,759 Woodside, DE $51,898

Bear, DE $51,778 Newark, DE $51,759 Claymont, DE $51,865 Delaware City, DE $51,810 Hockessin, DE $51,754 Kirkwood, DE $51,801 Middletown, DE $51,821 Montchanin, DE $51,766

New Castle, DE $51,774 Odessa, DE $51,846 Port Penn, DE $51,881 Rockland, DE $51,771 Saint Georges, DE $51,804 Townsend, DE $51,884 Winterthur, DE $51,777 Lewes, DE $51,557

Wilmington, DE $51,757 Dover, DE $51,962 Dover Afb, DE $51,689 Bethany Beach, DE $51,385 Bethel, DE $51,438 Bridgeville, DE $51,559 Camden Wyoming, DE $51,816 Cheswold, DE $51,946

Clayton, DE $51,947 Dagsboro, DE $51,349 Delmar, DE $51,267 Ellendale, DE $51,422 Felton, DE $51,712 Fenwick Island, DE $51,360 Frankford, DE $51,271 Frederica, DE $51,763

Georgetown, DE $51,329 Greenwood, DE $51,567 Harbeson, DE $51,384 Harrington, DE $51,646 Hartly, DE $51,807 Houston, DE $51,573 Kenton, DE $51,950 Laurel, DE $51,299

Yorklyn, DE $51,770

Performing Arts Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Performing Arts roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Performing Arts positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Performing Arts as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Performing Arts

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$62,182	$30.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$59,591	$29.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$58,036	$28.0	12%
Financial Services	$58,036	$28.0	12%
Pharmaceuticals	$57,000	$27.0	10%

Performing Arts Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Performing Arts'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 July 01, 2026

$47,784

Average $51,818/year

$55,956

$3,982

Average $4,318/month

$4,663

$919

Average $997/week

$1,076

$23

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,956	$4,663	$1,076	$27
Average	$51,818	$4,318	$997	$25
25th Percentile	$47,784	$3,982	$919	$23

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