How much does a motion picture projectionist make in Illinois?
$78,990a year
Median yearly pay for motion picture projectionists in Illinois. That is $37.98 an hour or $6,583 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.98
- Vs. national median
- +106%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 12
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $67,990Median: $78,990Highest 10%: $87,730
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $67,990 | $32.69 | |
| 25th | $77,740 | $37.38 | |
| Median | $78,990 | $37.98 | |
| 75th | $85,470 | $41.09 | |
| 90th | $87,730 | $42.18 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $85,460 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for motion picture projectionists.
| 1. New York | $82,260 |
| 2. Illinois | $78,990 |
| 3. California | $74,840 |
| 4. Washington | $39,070 |
| 5. Michigan | $37,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a motion picture projectionist make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $37.98 ($78,990 a year).
Do motion picture projectionists make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $78,990 against $38,270 nationally, 106% more.
Where does Illinois rank for motion picture projectionist pay?
Illinois ranks 2 of 12 states.
Which city in Illinois pays motion picture projectionists the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $85,460 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.