How much does a Backup Singer make per Year? Average Backup Singer Salary

Backup singers are singers who provide complementary vocals to the primary vocalist in live or filmed performances. Backup singers can work freelance or can be signed to contracts to work with particular artists or for particular events. They can also be paid on a fixed salary, or earn extra money by working for a residual of ticket sales. Backup singers earn on average $40,000 a year. Backup singers who work with high profile artists can earn six-figure salaries.