As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Stagehand in the US is $44,201, equivalent to $21 per hour, $850 weekly, or $3,683 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Stagehand in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Stagehand in the US vary widely, spanning from $35,995 to $55,184. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,906) and 75th percentile ($49,950), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,184 per year. This $10,044 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Plumbing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Stagehand often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 27 companies and industry startups. 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
Stagehand Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Stagehand Salary $35,995 US April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Stagehand Salary $39,906 US April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Stagehand Salary $44,201 US April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Stagehand Salary $49,950 US April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Stagehand Salary $55,184 US April 01, 2026
25% $39,906 10% $35,995 90% $55,184 75% $49,950 $44,201 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Stagehand ?

A stagehand is a person who works backstage or behind the scenes in theatres, film, television, or location performance. Their work include setting up the scenery, lights, sound, props, rigging, and special effects for a production....

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    Stagehand

    0 - 1 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Audio Visual Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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