Choreographer Salary in Minnesota (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Choreographers in Minnesota, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Minnesota Median
$74,810
per year
Hourly Rate
$35.97
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+35% vs US median
US median $55,310
State Rank
#3 of 14
40 employed here

How much does a Choreographer make in Minnesota?

Choreographers in Minnesota take home a median of $74,810 annually — roughly $35.97 an hour — which runs 35% above the national median of $55,310.

Within Minnesota, entry-level pay starts around $41,600 while the top 10% make $87,360 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $41,600 and $87,360 a year.

Choreographer salary range in Minnesota

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$41,600$20.00
25th percentile (early career)$41,600$20.00
50th percentile (median)$74,810$35.97
75th percentile (experienced)$87,360$42.00
90th percentile (top earners)$87,360$42.00

How Minnesota compares

Minnesota ranks 3rd out of 14 states and territories for Choreographer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1New York$173,100
2California$75,000
3Minnesota$74,810
4Maryland$69,140
5Ohio$66,910

Working as a Choreographer in Minnesota

Nationally, about 3,000 people work as Choreographers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Minnesota pay ($74,810) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Choreographer make in Minnesota?
The median Choreographer salary in Minnesota is $74,810 per year, or about $35.97 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $41,600 at the entry level to $87,360 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Minnesota pay compare to the national average?
Minnesota pays Choreographers about 35% more than the national median of $55,310. Minnesota ranks 3rd out of 14 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Minnesota a good state for Choreographers?
Yes on pay — Minnesota pays above the national median for this occupation, at $74,810 a year. About 40 Choreographers are employed in Minnesota. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Minnesota?
The highest-paying occupations in Minnesota include Radiologist ($708,340), Dermatologist ($625,790), Surgeon, All Other ($568,150), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.