Motion Picture Projectionist Salary in Arizona (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Motion Picture Projectionists in Arizona, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Arizona Median
$32,890
per year
Hourly Rate
$15.81
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-14% vs US median
US median $38,270
State Rank
#7 of 12
state estimate

How much does a Motion Picture Projectionist make in Arizona?

Motion Picture Projectionists in Arizona take home a median of $32,890 annually — roughly $15.81 an hour — which runs 14% below the national median of $38,270.

Within Arizona, entry-level pay starts around $30,580 while the top 10% make $53,580 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $32,090 and $43,200 a year.

Motion Picture Projectionist salary range in Arizona

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$30,580$14.70
25th percentile (early career)$32,090$15.43
50th percentile (median)$32,890$15.81
75th percentile (experienced)$43,200$20.77
90th percentile (top earners)$53,580$25.76

How Arizona compares

Arizona ranks 7th out of 12 states and territories for Motion Picture Projectionist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1New York$82,260
2Illinois$78,990
3California$74,840
4Washington$39,070
5Michigan$37,590

Working as a Motion Picture Projectionist in Arizona

Nationally, about 1,000 people work as Motion Picture Projectionists in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Arizona pay ($32,890) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Motion Picture Projectionist make in Arizona?
The median Motion Picture Projectionist salary in Arizona is $32,890 per year, or about $15.81 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $30,580 at the entry level to $53,580 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Arizona pay compare to the national average?
Arizona pays Motion Picture Projectionists about 14% less than the national median of $38,270. Arizona ranks 7th out of 12 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Arizona a good state for Motion Picture Projectionists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $32,890 a year. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Arizona?
The highest-paying occupations in Arizona include Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($558,970), Radiologist ($470,640), Surgeon, All Other ($415,980), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.