As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Ballet Dancer in Aurora, IL is $36,633, equivalent to $18 per hour, $704 weekly, or $3,053 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Ballet Dancer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Ballet Dancer in Aurora, IL vary widely, spanning from $24,320 to $52,096. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,187) and 75th percentile ($44,727), while top earners (90th percentile) make $52,096 per year. This $14,540 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, Aurora Ballet Dancer often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Aurora currently ranks 352 statewide for Ballet 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
Ballet Dancer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $24,320 Aurora, IL November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $30,187 Aurora, IL November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $36,633 Aurora, IL November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $44,727 Aurora, IL November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $52,096 Aurora, IL November 01, 2026
25% $30,187 10% $24,320 90% $52,096 75% $44,727 $36,633 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Ballet Dancer ?

A ballet dancer (Italian: ballerina [balleˈriːna] fem., ballerino [balleˈriːno] masc.) is a person who practices the art of classical ballet. Both females and males can practice ballet; however, dancers have a strict hierarchy and strict gender roles. They rely on years of extensive training and proper technique to become a part of professional companies. Ballet dancers are at a high risk of injury due to the demanding technique of ballet....

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Ballet Dancer in Aurora, IL. The base salary for Ballet Dancer ranges from $30,187 to $44,727 with the average base salary of $36,633. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $30,187 to $46,044 with the average total cash compensation of $37,069.

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About Aurora, Illinois    Aurora, a suburb of Chicago, is a city in DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. Located primarily in DuPage and Kan....More

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