How much does a choreographer make in New York?
$173,100a year
Median yearly pay for choreographers in New York. That is $83.22 an hour or $14,430 a month.
- Hourly
- $83.22
- Vs. national median
- +213%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 14
- Jobs in the state
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,470Median: $173,100Highest 10%: $333,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,470 | $23.30 | |
| 25th | $75,310 | $36.21 | |
| Median | $173,100 | $83.22 | |
| 75th | $216,800 | $104.21 | |
| 90th | $333,200 | $160.20 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $170,800 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a choreographer make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $83.22 ($173,100 a year).
Do choreographers make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $173,100 against $55,310 nationally, 213% more.
Where does New York rank for choreographer pay?
New York ranks 1 of 14 states.
Which city in New York pays choreographers the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $170,800 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.