How much does a Ballet Dancer make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Ballet Dancer in the United States is $35,513. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $29,265 to $43,360, with most professionals earning between $23,576 and $50,504.

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Ballet Dancer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $23,576 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $29,265 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $35,513 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $43,360 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $50,504 US April 01, 2025
25% $29,265 10% $23,576 90% $50,504 75% $43,360 $35,513 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 the United States. The base salary for Ballet Dancer ranges from $29,265 to $43,360 with the average base salary of $35,513. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $29,265 to $44,637 with the average total cash compensation of $35,936.

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