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Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$37,870
Median Annual Salary
▲
+5.2% vs 2024
$39,770
Mean Salary
$37,870
Median Salary
$18.21
Hourly Rate
16,460 people work as Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in California
Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in California earn a median salary of $37,870 per year ($3,155/month).
This is 23.3% above the national average of $30,705.
California ranks #4 out of 50 states for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers pay.
Approximately 16,460 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 5.2% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers
Assist patrons at entertainment events by performing duties, such as collecting admission tickets and passes from patrons, assisting in finding seats, searching for lost articles, and helping patrons locate such facilities as restrooms and telephones.
Top Skills
Social Perceptiveness
3.38
Speaking
3.25
Service Orientation
3.25
Active Listening
3.12
Coordination
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.25
English Language
3.39
Public Safety and Security
3.24
Communications and Media
3.07
Sales and Marketing
2.9
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(61.4% of workers)
Salary Range: Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in California
Salaries for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in California range from $34,970 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $46,070 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $36,130 and $41,590.
Median $37,870
P10: $34,970P25: $36,130P75: $41,590P90: $46,070
10th
$34,970
25th
$36,130
Median
$37,870
75th
$41,590
90th
$46,070
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,970
$16.81
$2,914
25th Percentile
$36,130
$17.37
$3,010
Median (50th)
$37,870
$18.21
$3,155
75th Percentile
$41,590
$20.00
$3,465
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$46,070
$22.15
$3,839
Note: The mean (average) salary of $39,770 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#4
California ranks #4 of 50 states
$30,705
National avg. for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers
How much do Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers make in California?
The median annual salary for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in California is $37,870 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $39,770.
What is the salary range for a Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in California?
Salaries for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in California range from $34,970 at the 10th percentile to $46,070 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $36,130 and $41,590.
What is the starting salary for a Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in California?
Entry-level Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers positions in California typically start around $34,970 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $36,130 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 16,460 people are employed as Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in California is approximately $18.21 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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