Choreographers Salary in the United States
Median annual wage: $55,310 · Median hourly: $26.59 · Employment: 2,860
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,090 | $16.39 |
| 25th | $41,600 | $20.00 |
| Median | $55,310 | $26.59 |
| 75th | $75,710 | $36.40 |
| 90th | $138,630 | $66.65 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 27-2032
- Total U.S. employment: 2,860
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
How to interpret these figures
Across the United States, 2,860 choreographers are employed (— per 1,000 jobs), making this a mid-sized occupations in the national economy.
Choreographers Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $38,990 | $18.74 | -29.5% | 30 |
| California | $75,000 | $36.06 | +35.6% | 410 |
| Florida | $36,670 | $17.63 | -33.7% | 180 |
| Illinois | $34,560 | $16.61 | -37.5% | 30 |
| Indiana | $44,840 | $21.56 | -18.9% | 0 |
| Louisiana | $51,170 | $24.60 | -7.5% | 210 |
| Maryland | $69,140 | $33.24 | +25.0% | 80 |
| Minnesota | $74,810 | $35.97 | +35.3% | 40 |
| Nebraska | $49,490 | $23.79 | -10.5% | 60 |
| New York | $173,100 | $83.22 | +213.0% | 340 |
| Ohio | $66,910 | $32.17 | +21.0% | 120 |
| South Dakota | $40,320 | $19.39 | -27.1% | 250 |
| Texas | $46,460 | $22.34 | -16.0% | 380 |
| Utah | $33,640 | $16.18 | -39.2% | 60 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for choreographers?
The median annual wage for choreographers is $55,310 ($26.59 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2024.
Which state pays choreographers the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many choreographers are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 2,860 choreographers employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do choreographers make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $26.59. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.