Motion Picture Projectionists Salary in Illinois
Motion Picture Projectionists in Illinois earn a median of $78,990 a year, +106% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $78,990
- vs. U.S. median
- +106% ($38,270)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 12
- Jobs in the state
- Not published
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,990; the top 10% earn over $87,730. Nationally the range is $23,390 to $88,310.
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Motion Picture Projectionists pay in Illinois
How much do motion picture projectionists make in Illinois?
The median is $78,990 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,990 and the top 10% earn over $87,730. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for motion picture projectionists?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 12 (+106% vs. the national median of $38,270). Living costs are not included.