As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Backup Dancer in Akron, OH is $37,963, equivalent to $18 per hour, $730 weekly, or $3,164 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, OH vary widely, spanning from $25,218 to $55,336. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($31,292) and 75th percentile ($47,056), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,336 per year. This $15,764 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 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Akron currently ranks 543 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 $25,218 Akron, OH September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $31,292 Akron, OH September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $37,963 Akron, OH September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $47,056 Akron, OH September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $55,336 Akron, OH 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 Akron, Ohio    Akron (/ˈækrən/) is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio and is the county seat of Summit County. It is located on the western edge of the....More

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