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Choreographers is a notable career in the 27 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Choreographers against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 27-2032 |
| title | Choreographers |
| onet code | 27-2032.00 |
| description | Create new dance routines. Rehearse performance of routines. May direct and stage presentations. |
| job zone | 3 |
| major group | 27 |
| tot emp | 3,430 |
| a mean | 62,020 |
| a median | 55,600 |
| a pct10 | 33,080 |
| a pct25 | 39,600 |
| a pct75 | 71,190 |
| a pct90 | 94,090 |
| h mean | 29 |
| h median | 26 |
The day-to-day work of a choreographers typically centers on direct rehearsals to instruct dancers in dance steps and in techniques to achieve desired effects. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Instructing, Coordination, and Active Listening. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.69 out of 5 — highly rated for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working choreographers, the most common entry qualification is a High School Diploma (33.3%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 19% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in New York at $94,090 and lowest in Illinois at $31,570 — a 3.0× spread. The top five states (New York, North Carolina, Maryland, Ohio, Tennessee) average $72,792. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $94,090 | $108,470 | $38,100 | $182,020 | 270 |
| North Carolina | $79,630 | $73,630 | $24,500 | $119,470 | 50 |
| Maryland | $64,770 | $63,330 | $52,000 | $72,160 | 160 |
| Ohio | $62,970 | $58,340 | $39,390 | $78,450 | 140 |
| Tennessee | $62,500 | $62,430 | $30,630 | $98,640 | — |
| California | $61,320 | $72,810 | $39,230 | $106,920 | 800 |
| Louisiana | $44,880 | $52,730 | $22,320 | $93,750 | 220 |
| Virginia | $44,740 | $46,730 | $29,970 | $80,780 | — |
| Texas | $44,660 | $47,010 | $33,700 | $59,090 | 490 |
| South Carolina | $42,580 | $45,910 | $36,910 | $56,830 | — |
| South Dakota | $38,230 | $45,890 | $29,980 | $62,160 | 210 |
| Utah | $37,710 | $48,150 | $26,640 | $78,130 | 160 |
| Alabama | $37,580 | $39,430 | $33,430 | $46,780 | 40 |
| Florida | $35,270 | $44,980 | $29,850 | $65,740 | 170 |
| Kansas | $33,790 | $38,940 | $26,230 | $58,510 | 30 |
| Illinois | $31,570 | $32,660 | $29,120 | $34,120 | — |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for choreographers. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Ballet Director or Choreographer frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Choreographers compares to others in the 27 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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