As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Backup Dancer in Topeka, KS is $36,440, equivalent to $18 per hour, $701 weekly, or $3,037 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 Topeka, KS vary widely, spanning from $24,207 to $53,116. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,037) and 75th percentile ($45,169), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,116 per year. This $15,132 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, Topeka Backup Dancer often earn 4.0% lower than national averages. However, Topeka currently ranks 695 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 $24,207 Topeka, KS September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $30,037 Topeka, KS September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $36,440 Topeka, KS September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $45,169 Topeka, KS September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Backup Dancer Salary $53,116 Topeka, KS 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 Topeka, Kansas    Topeka (/toʊˈpiːkə/; Kansa: Tó Pee Kuh) is the capital city of the U.S. state of Kansas and the seat of Shawnee County. It is situated along the Kans....More

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