SOC 39-3031 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers — York
York-Hanover, PA · 10 metro areas compared
The median wage for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in York, PA is $21,810 per year, substantially below the national median of $32,910 — a gap of 33.7%.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
The median wage for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in York, PA is $21,810 per year, substantially below the national median of $32,910 — a gap of 33.7%. Half of workers earn between $21,050 and $27,280. Beyond that band, the tenth percentile sits at $20,130 and the ninetieth at $30,900.
Employment stands at 90, or 0.5 jobs per thousand held locally. Within the state, Philadelphia records the highest median at $32,220. Of the 390 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 390th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $20,130 | −38.8% |
| 25th | $21,050 | −36.0% |
| Median (50th) | $21,810 | −33.7% |
| 75th | $27,280 | −17.1% |
| 90th | $30,900 | −6.1% |
| Mean | $24,170 | −26.6% |
Other metro areas in Pennsylvania
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philadelphia | $32,220 | 1,870 | |
| 2 | Pittsburgh | $31,670 | 1,380 | |
| 3 | Allentown | $30,710 | 320 | |
| 4 | Lancaster | $28,050 | 150 | |
| 5 | Reading | $27,270 | 120 | |
| 6 | Harrisburg | $26,410 | 120 | |
| 7 | Gettysburg | $24,020 | 40 | |
| 8 | Williamsport | $23,880 | 40 | |
| 9 | Altoona | $23,830 | 40 | |
| 10 | Scranton | $22,920 | 200 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in York run 2.4% below the national average, so the median of $21,810 goes as far as $22,346 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 32.1% below the national median in real terms.
Published median
$21,810as reported by BLSLocal price level
97.6US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$22,346US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $21,810 a year, 33.7% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $20,130 to $30,900 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 90 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Philadelphia, at $32,220.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in York, PA?
The median annual wage is $21,810, or $10.49 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $32,910, so pay in York, PA is 33.7% lower. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in York, PA earns more than $30,900 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $20,130 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Philadelphia, at $32,220 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 90 jobs in this occupation in York, PA. Self-employed workers are not included.
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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