As of November 01, 2025, the average annual salary for Backup Dancer in District of Columbia is $43,369, equivalent to $21 per hour, $834 weekly, or $3,614 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Backup Dancer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Backup Dancer in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $28,810 to $63,216. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,748) and 75th percentile ($53,758), while top earners (90th percentile) make $63,216 per year. This $18,010 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, District of Columbia Backup Dancer often earn 10.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 75 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide 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 $28,810 DC November 01, 2025
25th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $35,748 DC November 01, 2025
50th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $43,369 DC November 01, 2025
75th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $53,758 DC November 01, 2025
90th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $63,216 DC November 01, 2025
25% $35,748 10% $28,810 90% $63,216 75% $53,758 $43,369 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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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $43,369 Date Updated November 01, 2025
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Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $43,369 Date Updated November 01, 2025
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