How much does a Actor earn in United States?

The estimated salary for Actor in United States ranges from USD 11,625 to USD 13,444 USD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,493 job listings

Salary Guide

Actor Salary in United States

Based on 1,493 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$11,625 - $13,444

Median salary

$11,625 - $13,444

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$8K

25th percentile$10K

Median$12K

75th percentile$13K

90th percentile$15K

50% of professionals earn between $10,400 - $13,444 USD

The median salary is $11,625

Top cities

New York97 job openings

Los Angeles36 job openings

Arlington28 job openings

San Antonio27 job openings

Chicago23 job openings

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Actor

1,493 job openings

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The average salary for a Actor in United States is USD 11,625 - USD 13,444 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 12,535 per year, based on 1,493 active job listings.

The cities with the most Actor job opportunities in United States are New York, Los Angeles, Arlington, San Antonio, Chicago. New York leads with 97 job openings.

Explore 1,493 Actor job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.