Motion Picture Projectionists Salary in Chicago, IL-IN

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN

Median annual salary $81,490 +113.4% vs national
Median hourly $39.18
10th percentile $54,650
90th percentile $83,800
National median $38,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $54,650
    25th
    $54,650
    50th (median)
    $81,490
    75th
    $81,510
    90th
    $83,800

    Chicago economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $88,850 2023 • Census ACS
    Motion Picture Projectionists salary vs area income 92% Median Motion Picture Projectionists salary is 8% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Motion Picture Projectionists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $119,090
    California $87,870
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $79,860
    New York $76,970
    Illinois $75,380
    Washington $36,780

    Nearby metros — Motion Picture Projectionists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Illinois $75,380

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $34,110
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    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $35,560
    Recreation Workers $34,100
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $31,350
    Animal Caretakers $35,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Motion Picture Projectionists make per hour in Chicago?

    The median hourly wage for Motion Picture Projectionists in Chicago, IL-IN is $39.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.18 or more per hour.

    Is Chicago above or below average for Motion Picture Projectionists salaries?

    The median Motion Picture Projectionists salary in Chicago, IL-IN is 113.4% above the national median of $38,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Motion Picture Projectionists in Chicago?

    Entry-level Motion Picture Projectionists (10th percentile) earn around $54,650 per year in Chicago, IL-IN. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,650.