What are the main factors that influence a Choreographer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Choreographer's salary?

A Choreographer's salary grows with experience: an Extra/Stand-in (0-0 years)earns $39,631, an Activity Specialist (0-0 years)earns $36,727, a Director - Stage, Motion Pictures, Television (0-0 years)earns $39,631,

What are the highest paying states for a Choreographer?

Choreographer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Choreographer roles are District of Columbia $48,162, California $47,979, Massachusetts $47,340. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Choreographer roles make?

Salaries for Choreographer level roles vary by specialization: Dance Choreographer: $57,885; Dance Director Choreographer Summer Camp: $49,667.

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Choreographer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Choreographer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Choreographer in Delaware is $44,152 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, a Choreographer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,910
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,745 to $55,017
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,002

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Choreographer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,017	$4,585	$1,058	$26
Average	$44,152	$3,679	$849	$21
25th Percentile	$36,745	$3,062	$707	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Choreographer Salaries

A Choreographer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Choreographer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Choreographer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Extra/Stand-in (0-0 years): $39,631
Activity Specialist (0-0 years): $36,727
Director - Stage, Motion Pictures, Television (0-0 years): $39,631

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Extra/Stand-in	0-0 years	$39,631
Activity Specialist	0-0 years	$36,727
Director - Stage, Motion Pictures, Television	0-0 years	$39,631

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How Do Choreographer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Choreographers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,162.
California: $47,979.
Massachusetts: $47,340.

District of Columbia $48,162 California $47,979 Massachusetts $47,340 Washington $47,166 New Jersey $47,149 Alaska $47,088 Connecticut $46,487 New York $46,244

Hawaii $45,465 Rhode Island $45,100 Maryland $44,852 Minnesota $44,513 Colorado $44,382 Illinois $44,339 Oregon $44,173 Delaware $44,052

New Hampshire $43,975 Virginia $43,804 Pennsylvania $43,303 Nevada $43,051 North Dakota $42,968 Michigan $42,838 Wisconsin $42,790 Vermont $42,694

Texas $42,429 Maine $42,412 Arizona $42,386 Ohio $42,355 Georgia $41,955 Indiana $41,755 Wyoming $41,716 Utah $41,655

Iowa $41,629 Kansas $41,420 Louisiana $41,359 North Carolina $41,337 Missouri $41,328 Florida $41,159 Montana $41,067 Nebraska $40,980

Kentucky $40,933 South Carolina $40,759 Tennessee $40,650 Idaho $40,606 New Mexico $40,289 Oklahoma $40,219 Alabama $39,963 South Dakota $39,532

Arkansas $39,297 West Virginia $39,171 Mississippi $38,792

Top Paying Cities for Choreographers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $45,591
Little Creek: $45,169
Magnolia: $45,357

Lincoln, DE $45,591 Little Creek, DE $45,169 Magnolia, DE $45,357 Milford, DE $45,591 Marydel, DE $45,000 Millsboro, DE $45,591 Millville, DE $45,896 Milton, DE $45,591

Nassau, DE $45,591 Ocean View, DE $45,896 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,896 Seaford, DE $45,113 Selbyville, DE $45,896 Smyrna, DE $44,948 Viola, DE $45,357 Woodside, DE $45,226

Bear, DE $44,617 Newark, DE $44,634 Claymont, DE $44,669 Delaware City, DE $44,634 Hockessin, DE $44,669 Kirkwood, DE $44,634 Middletown, DE $44,856 Montchanin, DE $44,669

New Castle, DE $44,669 Odessa, DE $44,917 Port Penn, DE $44,513 Rockland, DE $44,669 Saint Georges, DE $44,634 Townsend, DE $44,852 Winterthur, DE $44,669 Lewes, DE $45,591

Wilmington, DE $44,669 Dover, DE $45,148 Dover Afb, DE $45,252 Bethany Beach, DE $45,896 Bethel, DE $45,113 Bridgeville, DE $45,591 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,196 Cheswold, DE $45,043

Clayton, DE $44,930 Dagsboro, DE $45,896 Delmar, DE $45,113 Ellendale, DE $45,591 Felton, DE $45,591 Fenwick Island, DE $45,896 Frankford, DE $45,896 Frederica, DE $45,591

Georgetown, DE $45,591 Greenwood, DE $45,591 Harbeson, DE $45,591 Harrington, DE $45,591 Hartly, DE $44,908 Houston, DE $45,591 Kenton, DE $44,930 Laurel, DE $45,113

Yorklyn, DE $44,669

Choreographer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Choreographer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$36,745

Average $44,152/year

$55,017

$3,062

Average $3,679/month

$4,585

$707

Average $849/week

$1,058

$18

Average $21/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,017	$4,585	$1,058	$26
Average	$44,152	$3,679	$849	$21
25th Percentile	$36,745	$3,062	$707	$18

Choreographer Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Choreographer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Director - Stage, Motion Pictures, Television role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $39,631 - a projected growth of -10% over your current level.

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