How much does a choreographer make in California?
$75,000a year
Median yearly pay for choreographers in California. That is $36.06 an hour or $6,250 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.06
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 14
- Jobs in the state
- 410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,990Median: $75,000Highest 10%: $138,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,990 | $20.67 | |
| 25th | $51,020 | $24.53 | |
| Median | $75,000 | $36.06 | |
| 75th | $101,700 | $48.91 | |
| 90th | $138,600 | $66.65 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $99,430 |
| Sacramento, CA | $87,850 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $75,000 |
| San Diego, CA | $49,560 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for choreographers.
| 1. New York | $173,100 |
| 2. California | $75,000 |
| 3. Minnesota | $74,810 |
| 4. Maryland | $69,140 |
| 5. Ohio | $66,910 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a choreographer make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $36.06 ($75,000 a year).
Do choreographers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $75,000 against $55,310 nationally, 36% more.
Where does California rank for choreographer pay?
California ranks 2 of 14 states.
Which city in California pays choreographers the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $99,430 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.