As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Backup Dancer in Phoenix, AZ is $39,165, equivalent to $19 per hour, $753 weekly, or $3,264 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 Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $26,017 to $57,089. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,283) and 75th percentile ($48,547), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,089 per year. This $16,264 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, Phoenix Backup Dancer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 391 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 $26,017 Phoenix, AZ June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $32,283 Phoenix, AZ June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $39,165 Phoenix, AZ June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $48,547 Phoenix, AZ June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $57,089 Phoenix, AZ June 01, 2026
25% $32,283 10% $26,017 90% $57,089 75% $48,547 $39,165 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 Phoenix, Arizona    Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

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