Motion Picture Projectionist Salary in Ohio (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Ohio Median
$36,870
per year
Hourly Rate
$17.73
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-4% vs US median
US median $38,270
State Rank
#6 of 12
50 employed here

How much does a Motion Picture Projectionist make in Ohio?

Motion Picture Projectionists in Ohio take home a median of $36,870 annually — roughly $17.73 an hour — which runs 4% below the national median of $38,270.

Within Ohio, entry-level pay starts around $23,460 while the top 10% make $46,620 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $27,900 and $44,450 a year.

Motion Picture Projectionist salary range in Ohio

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$23,460$11.28
25th percentile (early career)$27,900$13.41
50th percentile (median)$36,870$17.73
75th percentile (experienced)$44,450$21.37
90th percentile (top earners)$46,620$22.41

How Ohio compares

Ohio ranks 6th 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 Ohio

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 Ohio pay ($36,870) 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 Ohio?
The median Motion Picture Projectionist salary in Ohio is $36,870 per year, or about $17.73 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $23,460 at the entry level to $46,620 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Ohio pay compare to the national average?
Ohio pays Motion Picture Projectionists about 4% less than the national median of $38,270. Ohio ranks 6th out of 12 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Ohio a good state for Motion Picture Projectionists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $36,870 a year. About 50 Motion Picture Projectionists are employed in Ohio. 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 Ohio?
The highest-paying occupations in Ohio include Surgeon, All Other ($554,220), Cardiologist ($504,260), Anesthesiologist ($490,530), 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.