How much does a Movie Theater Manager make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Movie Theater Manager in the United States is $41,970. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $30,250 to a high of $54,336, with most professionals earning between $35,835 and $48,443.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Movie Theater Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Movie Theater Manager Salary $30,250 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Movie Theater Manager Salary $35,835 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Movie Theater Manager Salary $41,970 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Movie Theater Manager Salary $48,443 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Movie Theater Manager Salary $54,336 US April 01, 2025
25% $35,835 10% $30,250 90% $54,336 75% $48,443 $41,970 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Movie Theater Manager

    3 - 5 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Room Reservations Manager

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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