Dancer demographics and statistics in the US
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Dancer gender statistics
73.4% of dancers are women and 26.6% of dancers are men.
- Female, 73.4%
- Male, 26.6%
Dancer gender ratio
Gender  | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 73.4% |
| Male | 26.6% |
Dancer gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$51,384
Female Income
$48,955
Dancer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in dancer positions over time. Currently, 73.4% of dancers are female.
Dancer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 34.70% | 65.30% |
| 2011 | 30.16% | 69.84% |
| 2012 | 40.28% | 59.72% |
| 2013 | 26.85% | 73.15% |
| 2014 | 31.09% | 68.91% |
| 2015 | 27.20% | 72.80% |
| 2016 | 40.42% | 59.58% |
| 2017 | 39.54% | 60.46% |
| 2018 | 38.69% | 61.31% |
| 2019 | 52.39% | 47.61% |
| 2020 | 49.91% | 50.09% |
| 2021 | 26.60% | 73.40% |
Dancer related jobs gender ratio
We compared dancers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, 19d cavalry scout and baseball player have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Harpist | 8% | 92% |
| Actress | 8% | 92% |
| Modern Dancer | 8% | 92% |
| Dancer | 27% | 73% |
| Assistant Varsity Football Coach | 98% | 2% |
| Baseball Player | 98% | 2% |
| 19D Cavalry Scout | 99% | 1% |
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Dancer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among dancers is White, which makes up 43.9% of all dancers. Comparatively, 29.5% of dancers are Hispanic or Latino and 10.7% of dancers are Unknown.
- White, 43.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 29.5%
- Unknown, 10.7%
- Asian, 8.4%
- Black or African American, 6.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%
Dancer Race
| Dancer Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 43.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 29.5% |
| Unknown | 10.7% |
| Asian | 8.4% |
| Black or African American | 6.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.0% |
Dancer race and ethnicity over time
See how dancer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
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- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Dancer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 58.55% | 10.23% | 8.30% | 16.50% |
| 2011 | 56.04% | 8.27% | 6.35% | 22.62% |
| 2012 | 51.52% | 17.82% | 6.85% | 17.80% |
| 2013 | 60.25% | 8.22% | 6.11% | 18.02% |
| 2014 | 58.97% | 14.82% | 4.50% | 16.73% |
| 2015 | 65.83% | 4.27% | 5.50% | 15.85% |
| 2016 | 48.55% | 14.24% | 7.72% | 20.47% |
| 2017 | 54.54% | 6.81% | 5.57% | 22.25% |
| 2018 | 56.76% | 7.50% | 9.35% | 20.53% |
| 2019 | 49.79% | 12.54% | 7.32% | 24.18% |
| 2020 | 53.14% | 7.63% | 7.57% | 21.28% |
| 2021 | 43.85% | 6.54% | 8.43% | 29.53% |
Dancer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian dancers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american dancers have the lowest average salary at $49,011.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $50,754 |
| White | $50,597 |
| Black or African American | $49,011 |
| Asian | $54,224 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $52,487 |
Dancer JOBS
Dancer age breakdown
The average age of dancers is 20-30 years years old, representing 62% of the dancer population.
Dancer age breakdown
| Dancer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 4% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 62% |
Dancer educational attainment
The most common degree for dancers is bachelor's degree, with 70% of dancers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 13% and high school diploma degree at 9%.
- Bachelor's, 70%
- High School Diploma, 13%
- Associate, 9%
- Master's, 4%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Dancers by degree level
| Dancer Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 70% |
| High School Diploma | 13% |
| Associate | 9% |
| Master's | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Dancer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, dancers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $60,458 annually. With a Master's degree, dancers earn a median annual income of $59,870 compared to $57,258 for dancers with an Doctorate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $59,870 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $46,891 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $60,458 |
| Doctorate Degree | $57,258 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $49,751 |
Dancer employment statistics
Most dancers work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where dancers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where dancers work.
Dancer jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 14% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 23% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 18% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Dancer jobs by company type
Employees with the dancer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most dancers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Dancer jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 16% |
| Public | 18% |
| Private | 65% |
| Government | 1% |
Dancer jobs by industry
The most common industries for dancers are media, hospitality and education.
Dancer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 30% |
| Hospitality | 16% |
| Education | 13% |
| Manufacturing | 7% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Dancer turnover and employment statistics
Dancer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for dancers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Unemployment rate
Dancer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Dancer Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 18.65% |
| 2011 | 20.48% |
| 2012 | 18.60% |
| 2013 | 19.67% |
| 2014 | 16.28% |
| 2015 | 11.17% |
| 2016 | 11.39% |
| 2017 | 5.91% |
| 2018 | 14.52% |
| 2019 | 5.66% |
| 2020 | 23.44% |
| 2021 | 23.53% |
Average dancer tenure
The average dancer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 4,746 dancers resumes in Zippia's database.
Dancer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Dancer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of dancers that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Referee | 5.42% | 6,164 |
| Diving Coach | 7.62% | 14,454 |
| Symphony Orchestra Musician | 8.54% | 80 |
| Amusement Park Entertainer | 13.74% | 1,053 |
| Groundwater Programs Director | 14.31% | 5,501 |
| Dancer | 23.98% | - |
| Orchestra Director | 30.45% | 4,789 |
Similar dancer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Referee | 5.42% | 6,164 |
| Diving Coach | 7.62% | 14,454 |
| Symphony Orchestra Musician | 8.54% | 80 |
| Amusement Park Entertainer | 13.74% | 1,053 |
| Groundwater Programs Director | 14.31% | 5,501 |
| Orchestra Director | 30.45% | 4,789 |
Foreign languages spoken by dancers
The most common foreign language among dancers is Spanish at 45.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 16.2% and German is the third-most popular at 4.5%.
- Spanish, 45.7%
- French, 16.2%
- German, 4.5%
- Chinese, 3.8%
- Italian, 3.8%
- Other, 26.0%
Dancer languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 45.7% |
| French | 16.2% |
| German | 4.5% |
| Chinese | 3.8% |
| Italian | 3.8% |
| Other | 26.0% |
