Motion Picture Projectionist Salary in Missouri (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Missouri Median
$29,140
per year
Hourly Rate
$14.01
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-24% vs US median
US median $38,270
State Rank
#10 of 12
state estimate

How much does a Motion Picture Projectionist make in Missouri?

Motion Picture Projectionists in Missouri take home a median of $29,140 annually — roughly $14.01 an hour — which runs 24% below the national median of $38,270.

Within Missouri, entry-level pay starts around $28,600 while the top 10% make $40,610 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $28,600 and $30,070 a year.

Motion Picture Projectionist salary range in Missouri

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$28,600$13.75
25th percentile (early career)$28,600$13.75
50th percentile (median)$29,140$14.01
75th percentile (experienced)$30,070$14.46
90th percentile (top earners)$40,610$19.52

How Missouri compares

Missouri ranks 10th 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 Missouri

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 Missouri pay ($29,140) 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 Missouri?
The median Motion Picture Projectionist salary in Missouri is $29,140 per year, or about $14.01 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $28,600 at the entry level to $40,610 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Missouri pay compare to the national average?
Missouri pays Motion Picture Projectionists about 24% less than the national median of $38,270. Missouri ranks 10th out of 12 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Missouri a good state for Motion Picture Projectionists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $29,140 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 Missouri?
The highest-paying occupations in Missouri include Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($842,800), Cardiologist ($648,070), Emergency Medicine Physician ($456,280), 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.