Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers Salary
Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers earn a median $32,910 a year nationally. Personal Care and Service Occupations
U.S. median
$32,910
$15.82 per hour
Range
$23,560 – $42,470
10th to 90th percentile
Employed
121,770
across the U.S.
▲5.7%
Pay trend: The median for ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers in the U.S. rose from $31,150 (May 2024) to $32,910 (May 2025). That beat inflation (2.4%), a real raise of about 3.3%.
What ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers do
Assist patrons at entertainment events by performing duties, such as collecting admission tickets and passes from patrons, assisting in finding seats, searching for lost articles, and helping patrons locate such facilities as restrooms and telephones.
- Typical education
- No formal educational credential
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- Short-term on-the-job training
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +0.9% (slower than average)
- Openings per year
- 27,300
Employment of ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers is projected to grow 0.9% from 2025 to 2035, slower than the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 27,300 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
Your take-home pay
$28,623
per year · effective tax rate 13.0%
$2,385Monthly
$1,193Twice a month
$1,101Every 2 weeks
$13.76Hourly
- Federal income tax$1,769
- Social Security (6.2%)$2,040
- Medicare (1.45%)$477
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$28,623
Marginal rate: 12% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $23,560 | $11.33 | $21,012 |
| 25th percentile | $28,310 | $13.61 | $24,923 |
| Median (50th) | $32,910 | $15.82 | $28,623 |
| 75th percentile | $36,940 | $17.76 | $31,861 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $42,470 | $20.42 | $36,305 |
Best cities for ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers (after tax & cost of living)
| # | Metro area | Median | Take-home | Real value* | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seattle, WA | $44,250 | $37,735 | $33,955 | 2,960 |
| 2 | Denver, CO | $38,380 | $32,038 | $30,287 | 2,460 |
| 3 | New York, NY | $38,310 | $31,490 | $27,976 | 7,290 |
| 4 | Los Angeles, CA | $37,870 | $31,612 | $27,836 | 6,950 |
| 5 | Chicago, IL | $35,000 | $28,715 | $27,718 | 4,490 |
| 6 | Phoenix, AZ | $32,510 | $27,698 | $26,809 | 2,790 |
| 7 | Las Vegas, NV | $30,110 | $26,373 | $26,317 | 2,840 |
| 8 | Houston, TX | $26,860 | $23,729 | $24,059 | 2,450 |
| 9 | Dallas, TX | $27,230 | $24,034 | $23,314 | 4,020 |
| 10 | Miami, FL | $29,750 | $26,084 | $22,850 | 3,150 |
*Take-home pay in U.S.-average dollars (BEA Regional Price Parities).
Highest-paying cities
- Seattle, WA — $44,250
- Denver, CO — $38,380
- New York, NY — $38,310
- Los Angeles, CA — $37,870
- Chicago, IL — $35,000
- Phoenix, AZ — $32,510
- Las Vegas, NV — $30,110
- Miami, FL — $29,750
- Dallas, TX — $27,230
- Houston, TX — $26,860
Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $41,010 | +8.7% | $35,132 | $35,380 – $48,410 | 4,070 |
| Colorado | $38,380 | +4.7% | $32,038 | $31,090 – $39,110 | 2,960 |
| District of Columbia | $37,930 | −5.6% | $31,547 | $36,400 – $46,330 | 770 |
| California | $37,870 | +5.2% | $31,612 | $34,970 – $46,070 | 16,460 |
| New York | $37,110 | +2.4% | $30,591 | $33,220 – $45,960 | 6,910 |
| New Jersey | $35,990 | +4.5% | $30,556 | $32,220 – $38,750 | 3,030 |
| Maine | $35,850 | +2.4% | $29,698 | $30,470 – $44,980 | 400 |
| Connecticut | $34,940 | +5.2% | $29,607 | $34,010 – $39,880 | 1,130 |
| Alaska | $34,680 | +12.5% | $30,045 | $28,040 – $49,420 | 180 |
| Illinois | $34,560 | +15.5% | $28,383 | $31,200 – $38,600 | 5,160 |
| Montana | $34,420 | +4.7% | $28,975 | $22,510 – $39,120 | — |
| Oregon | $34,110 | +1.1% | $27,432 | $30,720 – $42,230 | 1,100 |
| Rhode Island | $34,040 | +10.6% | $28,872 | $31,200 – $42,780 | 340 |
| Maryland | $34,020 | +6.1% | $28,263 | $31,200 – $39,260 | 1,770 |
| New Hampshire | $33,970 | +28.4% | $29,475 | $28,430 – $46,300 | 190 |
| Massachusetts | $33,940 | −3.2% | $27,974 | $32,150 – $43,270 | 2,270 |
| Minnesota | $33,480 | +4.4% | $28,109 | $24,130 – $35,460 | 1,880 |
| Arizona | $32,510 | +4.6% | $27,698 | $30,580 – $37,560 | 3,540 |
| Missouri | $32,350 | +12.3% | $27,590 | $28,600 – $36,570 | 3,010 |
| Delaware | $31,200 | +5.1% | $26,194 | $31,200 – $36,920 | 200 |
| Georgia | $30,820 | +6.4% | $25,967 | $21,150 – $36,150 | 2,960 |
| Hawaii | $30,640 | +5.2% | $25,866 | $29,120 – $46,240 | 540 |
| Tennessee | $30,550 | +16.1% | $26,727 | $23,080 – $36,070 | 2,380 |
| Michigan | $30,530 | +14.5% | $25,664 | $25,960 – $37,330 | 3,170 |
| North Carolina | $30,260 | +10.8% | $25,795 | $22,320 – $33,800 | 5,390 |
| Nevada | $30,110 | +6.5% | $26,373 | $28,150 – $43,880 | 3,210 |
| South Dakota | $29,430 | −0.1% | $25,827 | $26,710 – $31,000 | 320 |
| Idaho | $29,360 | −6.0% | $25,323 | $22,880 – $35,120 | 700 |
| Florida | $29,130 | +2.7% | $25,586 | $27,610 – $35,580 | 9,300 |
| Pennsylvania | $29,130 | +1.4% | $24,692 | $21,310 – $36,750 | 4,330 |
| Wisconsin | $28,780 | +4.3% | $24,811 | $22,340 – $36,460 | 2,100 |
| Virginia | $28,580 | +3.3% | $24,315 | $26,720 – $34,140 | 3,130 |
| Ohio | $28,540 | +0.5% | $25,109 | $23,400 – $35,740 | 3,730 |
| Nebraska | $28,260 | +4.4% | $24,420 | $28,080 – $37,110 | 510 |
| New Mexico | $28,230 | +4.0% | $24,563 | $26,900 – $29,510 | 570 |
| Arkansas | $28,050 | +4.3% | $23,828 | $23,810 – $37,430 | 340 |
| North Dakota | $27,840 | +5.0% | $24,536 | $20,290 – $37,190 | 200 |
| Wyoming | $27,800 | +2.1% | $24,503 | $21,320 – $36,750 | 120 |
| Louisiana | $27,750 | +11.9% | $24,016 | $21,750 – $34,790 | 870 |
| Indiana | $27,440 | −2.7% | $23,427 | $20,760 – $44,420 | 1,930 |
| Kansas | $26,690 | +16.9% | $22,865 | $22,590 – $64,300 | 490 |
| Utah | $26,650 | +4.2% | $23,323 | $22,760 – $41,160 | 1,340 |
| Texas | $26,610 | −2.7% | $23,523 | $20,150 – $36,120 | 12,270 |
| South Carolina | $26,490 | −2.2% | $22,990 | $20,800 – $39,520 | 1,300 |
| Oklahoma | $26,260 | +7.7% | $22,599 | $21,370 – $34,100 | 1,450 |
| Kentucky | $25,930 | +8.5% | $22,173 | $18,720 – $33,100 | 1,110 |
| Iowa | $25,720 | +11.3% | $22,465 | $21,390 – $33,220 | 750 |
| West Virginia | $23,400 | +2.9% | $20,320 | $18,730 – $28,350 | 300 |
| Alabama | $22,360 | +3.7% | $19,170 | $19,150 – $31,840 | 770 |
| Mississippi | $21,570 | −15.2% | $19,242 | $18,720 – $27,450 | 610 |
Related jobs
| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers, All Other | $32,640 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendant | $32,150 | No formal educational credential | +3.7% |
| Gambling Dealer | $34,320 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Gambling and Sports Book Writer and Runner | $34,980 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.8% |
| Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants | $36,300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.4% |
| Gambling Service Workers, All Other | $36,310 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Motion Picture Projectionist | $38,270 | No formal educational credential | -6.2% |
| Costume Attendant | $50,400 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.9% |
| Shampooer | $32,600 | No formal educational credential | +5.6% |
| Childcare Worker | $34,980 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.0% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers make?
The national median salary for ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers is $32,910 a year ($15.82 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $23,560 and the top 10% earn over $42,470. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers the most?
Washington has the highest median pay at $41,010. After taxes and local prices, Seattle, WA offers the best real take-home pay of any metro area.
How many ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers are there in the U.S.?
About 121,770 people work as ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers nationwide.