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Motion Picture Projectionists Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Motion Picture Projectionists make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$82,260
Median Annual Salary
▲
+6.9% vs 2024
$76,910
Mean Salary
$82,260
Median Salary
$39.55
Hourly Rate
270 people work as Motion Picture Projectionists in New York
Motion Picture Projectionists salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Motion Picture Projectionists in New York earn a median salary of $82,260 per year ($6,855/month).
This is 90.3% above the national average of $43,218.
New York ranks #1 out of 12 states for Motion Picture Projectionists pay.
Approximately 270 people work in this occupation across New York.
Salaries increased by 6.9% 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 New York
Salaries for Motion Picture Projectionists in New York range from $36,200 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $99,400 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $68,920 and $88,310.
Median $82,260
P10: $36,200P25: $68,920P75: $88,310P90: $99,400
10th
$36,200
25th
$68,920
Median
$82,260
75th
$88,310
90th
$99,400
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$36,200
$17.40
$3,016
25th Percentile
$68,920
$33.13
$5,743
Median (50th)
$82,260
$39.55
$6,855
75th Percentile
$88,310
$42.46
$7,359
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$99,400
$47.79
$8,283
Note: The mean (average) salary of $76,910 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Motion Picture Projectionists make in New York?
The median annual salary for Motion Picture Projectionists in New York is $82,260 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $76,910.
What is the salary range for a Motion Picture Projectionists in New York?
Salaries for Motion Picture Projectionists in New York range from $36,200 at the 10th percentile to $99,400 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $68,920 and $88,310.
What is the starting salary for a Motion Picture Projectionists in New York?
Entry-level Motion Picture Projectionists positions in New York typically start around $36,200 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $68,920 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Motion Picture Projectionists in New York?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 270 people are employed as Motion Picture Projectionists in New York.
What is the hourly rate for a Motion Picture Projectionists in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Motion Picture Projectionists in New York is approximately $39.55 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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