As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Backup Dancer in Iowa is $38,142, equivalent to $18 per hour, $734 weekly, or $3,179 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 Iowa vary widely, spanning from $25,337 to $55,597. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($31,439) and 75th percentile ($47,279), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,597 per year. This $15,840 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, Iowa Backup Dancer often earn 4.3% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 75 companies. However, Iowa currently ranks 33 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 $25,337 IA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $31,439 IA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $38,142 IA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $47,279 IA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $55,597 IA 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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Location Ackley, IA Avg. Salary $37,225 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ackworth, IA Avg. Salary $38,674 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adair, IA Avg. Salary $37,409 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adel, IA Avg. Salary $38,565 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Afton, IA Avg. Salary $37,612 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Agency, IA Avg. Salary $37,263 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ainsworth, IA Avg. Salary $37,356 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Akron, IA Avg. Salary $36,529 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Albert City, IA Avg. Salary $37,170 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Albia, IA Avg. Salary $37,521 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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