How much does a Ballet Dancer make in New York, NY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Ballet Dancer in New York, NY is $41,156. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $33,915 to $50,250, with most professionals earning between $27,323 and $58,529.

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Ballet Dancer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $27,323 New York,NY April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $33,915 New York,NY April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $41,156 New York,NY April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $50,250 New York,NY April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Ballet Dancer Salary $58,529 New York,NY April 01, 2025
25% $33,915 10% $27,323 90% $58,529 75% $50,250 $41,156 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 New York, NY. The base salary for Ballet Dancer ranges from $33,915 to $50,250 with the average base salary of $41,156. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $33,915 to $51,730 with the average total cash compensation of $41,646.

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