Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers in the United States was $32,910 ($15.82 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $23,560 | $11.33 |
| 25th | $28,310 | $13.61 |
| Median | $32,910 | $15.82 |
| 75th | $36,940 | $17.76 |
| 90th | $42,470 | $20.42 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 39-3031
- Total U.S. employment: 121,770
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
What this means
With approximately 121,770 ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers employed, this is a major occupation in the labor market.
Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $22,360 | $10.75 | -32.1% | 770 |
| Alaska | $34,680 | $16.68 | +5.4% | 180 |
| Arizona | $32,510 | $15.63 | -1.2% | 3,540 |
| Arkansas | $28,050 | $13.49 | -14.8% | 340 |
| California | $37,870 | $18.21 | +15.1% | 16,460 |
| Colorado | $38,380 | $18.45 | +16.6% | 2,960 |
| Connecticut | $34,940 | $16.80 | +6.2% | 1,130 |
| Delaware | $31,200 | $15.00 | -5.2% | 200 |
| District of Columbia | $37,930 | $18.24 | +15.3% | 770 |
| Florida | $29,130 | $14.00 | -11.5% | 9,300 |
| Georgia | $30,820 | $14.82 | -6.4% | 2,960 |
| Hawaii | $30,640 | $14.73 | -6.9% | 540 |
| Idaho | $29,360 | $14.12 | -10.8% | 700 |
| Illinois | $34,560 | $16.61 | +5.0% | 5,160 |
| Indiana | $27,440 | $13.19 | -16.6% | 1,930 |
| Iowa | $25,720 | $12.37 | -21.8% | 750 |
| Kansas | $26,690 | $12.83 | -18.9% | 490 |
| Kentucky | $25,930 | $12.46 | -21.2% | 1,110 |
| Louisiana | $27,750 | $13.34 | -15.7% | 870 |
| Maine | $35,850 | $17.24 | +8.9% | 400 |
| Maryland | $34,020 | $16.36 | +3.4% | 1,770 |
| Massachusetts | $33,940 | $16.32 | +3.1% | 2,270 |
| Michigan | $30,530 | $14.68 | -7.2% | 3,170 |
| Minnesota | $33,480 | $16.09 | +1.7% | 1,880 |
| Mississippi | $21,570 | $10.37 | -34.5% | 610 |
| Missouri | $32,350 | $15.55 | -1.7% | 3,010 |
| Montana | $34,420 | $16.55 | +4.6% | 0 |
| Nebraska | $28,260 | $13.59 | -14.1% | 510 |
| Nevada | $30,110 | $14.48 | -8.5% | 3,210 |
| New Hampshire | $33,970 | $16.33 | +3.2% | 190 |
| New Jersey | $35,990 | $17.30 | +9.4% | 3,030 |
| New Mexico | $28,230 | $13.57 | -14.2% | 570 |
| New York | $37,110 | $17.84 | +12.8% | 6,910 |
| North Carolina | $30,260 | $14.55 | -8.1% | 5,390 |
| North Dakota | $27,840 | $13.39 | -15.4% | 200 |
| Ohio | $28,540 | $13.72 | -13.3% | 3,730 |
| Oklahoma | $26,260 | $12.62 | -20.2% | 1,450 |
| Oregon | $34,110 | $16.40 | +3.6% | 1,100 |
| Pennsylvania | $29,130 | $14.00 | -11.5% | 4,330 |
| Rhode Island | $34,040 | $16.36 | +3.4% | 340 |
| South Carolina | $26,490 | $12.73 | -19.5% | 1,300 |
| South Dakota | $29,430 | $14.15 | -10.6% | 320 |
| Tennessee | $30,550 | $14.69 | -7.2% | 2,380 |
| Texas | $26,610 | $12.79 | -19.1% | 12,270 |
| Utah | $26,650 | $12.81 | -19.0% | 1,340 |
| Virginia | $28,580 | $13.74 | -13.2% | 3,130 |
| Washington | $41,010 | $19.71 | +24.6% | 4,070 |
| West Virginia | $23,400 | $11.25 | -28.9% | 300 |
| Wisconsin | $28,780 | $13.84 | -12.5% | 2,100 |
| Wyoming | $27,800 | $13.37 | -15.5% | 120 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Related Occupations
- Packers and Packagers, Hand — $36,280/yr
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers — $33,980/yr
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term — $41,670/yr
- Computer Systems Analysts — $105,850/yr
- Childcare Workers — $34,980/yr
- Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors — $59,350/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers?
The median annual wage for ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers is $32,910 ($15.82 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 121,770 ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $15.82. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.