As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Backup Dancer in Brookings, SD is $36,861, equivalent to $18 per hour, $709 weekly, or $3,072 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 Brookings, SD vary widely, spanning from $24,486 to $53,729. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,383) and 75th percentile ($45,690), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,729 per year. This $15,307 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, Brookings Backup Dancer often earn 1.8% lower than national averages. However, Brookings currently ranks 669 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 $24,486 Brookings, SD September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $30,383 Brookings, SD September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $36,861 Brookings, SD September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $45,690 Brookings, SD September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $53,729 Brookings, SD 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 Brookings, South Dakota    Brookings is a city in Brookings County, South Dakota, United States. Brookings is the fourth largest city in South Dakota, with a population of 22,05....More

Brookings, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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