How much does a dancer make in Rochester?
$33,160a year
Median yearly pay for dancers in the Rochester, NY metro area. That is $15.94 an hour or $2,763 a month.
- Hourly
- $15.94
- Vs. national median
- -36%
- Rank among cities
- 21 of 21
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for dancers.
| New York, NY | $54,750 |
Related jobs in Rochester
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Art Director | $102,100 |
| Musician and Singer | $97,470 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $87,570 |
| Music Director and Composer | $84,130 |
| Producer and Director | $83,030 |
| Technical Writer | $78,370 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $77,770 |
| Camera Operator | $76,700 |
| Editor | $76,620 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $71,740 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dancer make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, NY metro area is $15.94 ($33,160 a year).
Do dancers make more in Rochester than the national average?
No: $33,160 against $51,580 nationally, 36% less.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $54,750, so Rochester pays 39% less.
Where does Rochester rank for dancer pay?
21 of 21 metro areas with data.
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.