Top 3 cities for motion picture projectionists by average salary
| Los Angeles, CA | $95,820 |
|---|---|
| New York, NY | $83,770 |
| Chicago, IL | $80,090 |
Map: Motion Picture Projectionists salary by metro area
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Motion Picture Projectionists salary by state
Illinois pays motion picture projectionists the most statewide, $78,680 a year on average. Statewide columns cover every employer in the state; city columns cover the metro areas we publish.
| State | Statewide average | Statewide median | Jobs | Metros | Highest city average | Lowest city average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $78,680 | $78,990 | n/a | 1 | $80,090 | $80,090 |
| California | $78,050 | $74,840 | 190 | 1 | $95,820 | $95,820 |
| New York | $76,910 | $82,260 | 270 | 1 | $83,770 | $83,770 |
| Washington | $44,580 | $39,070 | 60 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Michigan | $40,190 | $37,590 | n/a | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Arizona | $38,320 | $32,890 | n/a | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Ohio | $37,130 | $36,870 | 50 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Texas | $31,480 | $31,160 | 40 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Missouri | $31,080 | $29,140 | n/a | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Pennsylvania | $29,330 | $29,850 | 40 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Tennessee | $27,840 | $22,750 | 90 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Iowa | $27,080 | $23,210 | 100 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Motion Picture Projectionists salary in every city we cover
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| Metro area | Average | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $95,820 | $92,180 | $46.07 | 100 |
| New York, NY | $83,770 | $82,270 | $40.27 | 230 |
| Chicago, IL | $80,090 | $85,460 | $38.51 | n/a |
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Motion Picture Projectionists salary: questions
Where do motion picture projectionists make the most money?
In Los Angeles, CA, with an average of $95,820 a year, among the 3 metro areas we cover.
What is the average motion picture projectionists salary in the U.S.?
$51,480 a year nationwide (BLS OEWS national estimates, May 2025); the median is $38,270, so half of motion picture projectionists earn more than that and half less.
What salary should motion picture projectionists ask for?
Start from the figures for your city: the middle half of motion picture projectionists nationwide earn between $30,040 (25th percentile) and $77,730 (75th percentile). Newer workers usually start near the 25th percentile and experienced ones can ask for the 75th; each city page shows the local range. See how to read salary percentiles.
Which state pays motion picture projectionists the most?
Illinois, with a statewide average of $78,680 a year (BLS state estimates, May 2025).
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 39-3021.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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