Dance teacher demographics and statistics in the US
Dance teacher demographics research summary. Zippia estimates dance teacher demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our dance teacher estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about dance teachers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 77,008 dance teachers currently employed in the United States.
- 85.9% of all dance teachers are women, while 14.1% are men.
- The average dance teacher age is 43 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of dance teachers is White (61.1%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (15.8%), Black or African American (11.0%) and Asian (6.0%).
- Dance teachers are most in-demand in New York, NY.
- The hospitality industry is the highest-paying for dance teachers.
- 12% of all dance teachers are LGBT.
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Dance teacher demographics by:
Dance teacher gender statistics
85.9% of dance teachers are women and 14.1% of dance teachers are men.
- Female, 85.9%
- Male, 14.1%
Dance teacher gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 85.9% |
| Male | 14.1% |
Dance teacher gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$49,030
Female income
$46,406
Dance teacher gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in dance teacher positions over time. Currently, 85.9% of dance teachers are female.
Dance teacher gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 13.38% | 86.62% |
| 2011 | 13.13% | 86.87% |
| 2012 | 14.36% | 85.64% |
| 2013 | 13.94% | 86.06% |
| 2014 | 14.00% | 86.00% |
| 2015 | 12.94% | 87.06% |
| 2016 | 14.07% | 85.93% |
| 2017 | 14.31% | 85.69% |
| 2018 | 14.82% | 85.18% |
| 2019 | 14.07% | 85.93% |
| 2020 | 13.85% | 86.15% |
| 2021 | 14.12% | 85.88% |
Dance teacher related jobs gender ratio
We compared dance teachers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, guitar instructor and rescue instructor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood Education Instructor | 6% | 94% |
| Ballet Teacher | 7% | 93% |
| Horseback Riding Instructor | 12% | 88% |
| Dance Teacher | 14% | 86% |
| Guitar Teacher | 83% | 17% |
| Rescue Instructor | 85% | 15% |
| Guitar Instructor | 88% | 12% |
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Dance teacher demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among dance teachers is White, which makes up 61.1% of all dance teachers. Comparatively, 15.8% of dance teachers are Hispanic or Latino and 11.0% of dance teachers are Black or African American.
- White, 61.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.8%
- Black or African American, 11.0%
- Asian, 6.0%
- Unknown, 5.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Dance teacher race
| Dance teacher race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 61.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.8% |
| Black or African American | 11.0% |
| Asian | 6.0% |
| Unknown | 5.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Dance teacher race and ethnicity over time
See how dance teacher racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Dance teacher race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.37% | 11.85% | 5.56% | 14.03% |
| 2011 | 64.41% | 12.00% | 5.90% | 14.59% |
| 2012 | 64.44% | 11.27% | 6.29% | 15.03% |
| 2013 | 63.78% | 11.04% | 6.20% | 15.47% |
| 2014 | 63.33% | 11.01% | 7.45% | 14.90% |
| 2015 | 64.39% | 10.45% | 6.98% | 14.71% |
| 2016 | 63.25% | 11.04% | 6.34% | 15.76% |
| 2017 | 62.80% | 10.67% | 7.10% | 15.89% |
| 2018 | 66.02% | 10.67% | 5.46% | 14.57% |
| 2019 | 66.87% | 10.08% | 5.17% | 14.75% |
| 2020 | 63.50% | 10.61% | 5.15% | 15.09% |
| 2021 | 61.06% | 11.01% | 6.02% | 15.83% |
Dance teacher wage gap by race
According to our data, asian dance teachers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american dance teachers have the lowest average salary at $47,236.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $49,107 |
| White | $49,416 |
| Black or African American | $47,236 |
| Asian | $50,451 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $48,995 |
Average dance teacher age
See how the average age of dance teachers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Dance teacher age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 43 | 45 |
| Unknown | 40 | 42 |
| Asian | 40 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 38 |
| White | 44 | 44 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 47 |
Dance teacher age breakdown
The average age of dance teachers is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the dance teacher population.
Dance teacher age breakdown
| Dance Teacher Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 16% |
Dance teacher educational attainment
The most common degree for dance teachers is bachelor's degree, with 67% of dance teachers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 11% and high school diploma degree at 11%.
- Bachelor's, 67%
- High School Diploma, 11%
- Associate, 11%
- Master's, 8%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Dance teachers by degree level
| Dance teacher degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 67% |
| High School Diploma | 11% |
| Associate | 11% |
| Master's | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Dance teacher wage gap by degree level
According to the data, dance teachers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $58,982 annually. With a Master's degree, dance teachers earn a median annual income of $54,120 compared to $49,783 for dance teachers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $54,120 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $44,338 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $49,783 |
| Doctorate Degree | $58,982 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $48,087 |
Dance teacher employment statistics
Most dance teachers work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where dance teachers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where dance teachers work.
Dance teacher jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 15% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 31% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 12% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
Dance teacher jobs by company type
Employees with the dance teacher job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most dance teachers prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Dance teacher jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 56% |
| Public | 4% |
| Private | 37% |
| Government | 3% |
Dance teacher jobs by industry
The most common industries for dance teachers are education, media and professional.
Dance teacher industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 45% |
| Media | 16% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Non Profits | 7% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Government | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
Dance teacher turnover and employment statistics
Dance teacher unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for dance teachers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Dance teacher unemployment rate by year
| Year | Dance teacher unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.57% |
| 2011 | 7.82% |
| 2012 | 7.21% |
| 2013 | 6.49% |
| 2014 | 6.03% |
| 2015 | 4.80% |
| 2016 | 4.35% |
| 2017 | 3.81% |
| 2018 | 3.39% |
| 2019 | 3.21% |
| 2020 | 6.38% |
| 2021 | 5.86% |
Average dance teacher tenure
The average dance teacher stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 5,914 dance teachers resumes in Zippia's database.
Dance teacher tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 21% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Dance teacher LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of dance teachers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Classroom Aide | 6.04% | 71,960 |
| Teaching Assistant And Tutor | 9.25% | 9,184 |
| Resource Teacher | 9.52% | 73,796 |
| Dance Teacher | 11.80% | - |
| Adjunct Lecturer | 12.94% | 26,546 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Instructional Coordinator | 16.25% | 25,255 |
Similar dance teacher jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Classroom Aide | 6.04% | 71,960 |
| Teaching Assistant And Tutor | 9.25% | 9,184 |
| Resource Teacher | 9.52% | 73,796 |
| Adjunct Lecturer | 12.94% | 26,546 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Instructional Coordinator | 16.25% | 25,255 |
Foreign languages spoken by dance teachers
The most common foreign language among dance teachers is Spanish at 51.2%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 13.3% and Italian is the third-most popular at 5.5%.
- Spanish, 51.2%
- French, 13.3%
- Italian, 5.5%
- Russian, 3.9%
- Portuguese, 3.6%
- Other, 22.5%
Dance teacher languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 51.2% |
| French | 13.3% |
| Italian | 5.5% |
| Russian | 3.9% |
| Portuguese | 3.6% |
| Other | 22.5% |
