As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Backup Dancer in Abilene, TX is $35,161, equivalent to $17 per hour, $676 weekly, or $2,930 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Backup Dancer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Backup Dancer in Abilene, TX vary widely, spanning from $23,357 to $51,251. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($28,982) and 75th percentile ($43,583), while top earners (90th percentile) make $51,251 per year. This $14,601 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Abilene Backup Dancer often earn 9.6% lower than national averages. However, Abilene currently ranks 784 statewide for Backup Dancer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Backup Dancer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $23,357 Abilene, TX September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $28,982 Abilene, TX September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $35,161 Abilene, TX September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $43,583 Abilene, TX September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $51,251 Abilene, TX September 01, 2026
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What is a Backup Dancer ?

A backup dancer also known as background dancer is a performer who dances with or behind the lead performers in a live musical act or in a music video. Their movements (especially where there are many moving together) provide a visual symmetry and rhythm to accompany the music....

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About Abilene, Texas    Abilene is located in northeastern Taylor County. The city limits extend north into Jones County. Interstate 20 leads east 149 miles (240 km) to Fort ....More

Abilene, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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