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Motion Picture Projectionists Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Motion Picture Projectionists make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$74,840
Median Annual Salary
▼
-14.8% vs 2024
$78,050
Mean Salary
$74,840
Median Salary
$35.98
Hourly Rate
190 people work as Motion Picture Projectionists in California
Motion Picture Projectionists salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Motion Picture Projectionists in California earn a median salary of $74,840 per year ($6,236/month).
This is 73.2% above the national average of $43,218.
California ranks #3 out of 12 states for Motion Picture Projectionists pay.
Approximately 190 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries decreased by 14.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Motion Picture Projectionists
Set up and operate motion picture projection and related sound reproduction equipment.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
3.12
Reading Comprehension
3.0
Active Listening
3.0
Speaking
3.0
Operation and Control
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Computers and Electronics
4.06
Customer and Personal Service
3.29
Mechanical
3.18
English Language
3.17
Administration and Management
2.8
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(61.1% of workers)
Salary Range: Motion Picture Projectionists in California
Salaries for Motion Picture Projectionists in California range from $34,470 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $134,010 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $36,350 and $117,940.
How much do Motion Picture Projectionists make in California?
The median annual salary for Motion Picture Projectionists in California is $74,840 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $78,050.
What is the salary range for a Motion Picture Projectionists in California?
Salaries for Motion Picture Projectionists in California range from $34,470 at the 10th percentile to $134,010 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $36,350 and $117,940.
What is the starting salary for a Motion Picture Projectionists in California?
Entry-level Motion Picture Projectionists positions in California typically start around $34,470 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $36,350 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Motion Picture Projectionists in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 190 people are employed as Motion Picture Projectionists in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Motion Picture Projectionists in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Motion Picture Projectionists in California is approximately $35.98 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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