As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Backup Dancer in Akron, IN is $37,205, equivalent to $18 per hour, $715 weekly, or $3,100 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 Akron, IN vary widely, spanning from $24,715 to $54,232. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,667) and 75th percentile ($46,118), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,232 per year. This $15,451 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, Akron Backup Dancer often earn 2.8% lower than national averages. 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 $24,715 Akron, IN September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $30,667 Akron, IN September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $37,205 Akron, IN September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $46,118 Akron, IN September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $54,232 Akron, IN September 01, 2026
25% $30,667 10% $24,715 90% $54,232 75% $46,118 $37,205 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Akron, Indiana    Akron is a town in Henry Township, Fulton County, Indiana, United States. The population was 1,167 at the 2010 census. Akron is located at 41°2′20″N 8....More

Akron, Indiana  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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