Prevailing Wage for Costume Attendants
Prevailing wage for Costume Attendants (SOC 39-3092) is set by DOL across four experience levels, from entry-level dressers and wardrobe assistants to fully competent costume seamstresses and costume drapers. The floor varies substantially by city, so a sponsored position in Los Angeles or New York carries a different wage requirement than one in Charlotte or Detroit.
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Entry-level workers with limited experience performing routine costume selection, fitting, and care under close supervision. Typically no prior professional credits in theatrical or film wardrobe. DOL assigns Level 1 to workers still developing foundational skills in the occupation.
Qualified workers with some independent experience in costume changes, fittings, or wardrobe maintenance. Level 2 is the most common filing level for Costume Attendants, reflecting mid-range experience on set, in theater, or at entertainment venues with moderate autonomy.
Experienced professionals who handle complex multi-costume productions, supervise wardrobe logistics, and apply specialized knowledge of period or character costumes with minimal oversight. Typically holds credits across multiple productions or venues and mentors junior staff.
Fully competent senior wardrobe professionals who lead costume departments, coordinate with directors and designers, and take ultimate responsibility for cast wardrobe across a production. Level 4 reflects expert-level judgment and significant professional credits in the entertainment industry.
Prevailing Wage for Costume Attendants by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Confirm which production market sets your floor
DOL wages for Costume Attendants range widely: Los Angeles and New York pay more than double Charlotte or Detroit at every level. Your offer must meet the prevailing wage for the worksite city listed on the LCA, not your home base.
Watch for costume work filed under broader SOC codes
Some employers classify wardrobe assistants or dressers under production assistant or general entertainment SOC codes, which carry different wage floors. Confirm the LCA lists SOC 39-3092 so your offer is measured against the Costume Attendants floor specifically.
Account for the part-time and seasonal pay gap
Many costume and wardrobe roles in theater and film pay per-production or per-day rates. For sponsored positions, DOL annualizes the prevailing wage, so verify your offer converts to an annualized salary that clears the level floor, not just the daily rate.
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DOL classifies these titles under SOC 39-3092.00 alongside Costume Attendants, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Costume Draper Prevailing Wage
Costume Draper Prevailing Wage
Costume Draper positions fall under SOC 39-3092.00 (Costume Attendants). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Costume Seamstress Prevailing Wage
Costume Seamstress Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Costume Seamstress for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 39-3092.00 (Costume Attendants). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Costumer Prevailing Wage
Costumer Prevailing Wage
Costumer is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 39-3092.00 (Costume Attendants). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Draper Prevailing Wage
Draper Prevailing Wage
Draper positions fall under SOC 39-3092.00 (Costume Attendants). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Dresser Prevailing Wage
Dresser Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Dresser for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 39-3092.00 (Costume Attendants). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Wardrobe Assistant Prevailing Wage
Wardrobe Assistant Prevailing Wage
Wardrobe Assistant is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 39-3092.00 (Costume Attendants). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Wardrobe Attendant Prevailing Wage
Wardrobe Attendant Prevailing Wage
Wardrobe Attendant positions fall under SOC 39-3092.00 (Costume Attendants). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Wardrobe Supervisor Prevailing Wage
Wardrobe Supervisor Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Wardrobe Supervisor for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 39-3092.00 (Costume Attendants). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Costume Attendants?
DOL uses Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to set prevailing wages for each SOC code, including SOC 39-3092. The OFLC publishes four wage levels based on experience and skill. Employers sponsoring a Costume Attendant on an H-1B or green card must certify on the LCA that the offered wage meets or exceeds the applicable level for the worksite location.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which one applies to my offer?
Level 1 covers entry-level workers with limited experience under close supervision. Level 2 reflects qualified workers with some independent experience and is the most common filing level for this occupation. Level 3 applies to experienced professionals with specialized knowledge and leadership responsibilities. Level 4 is reserved for fully competent senior wardrobe leads. Your level should match the complexity, autonomy, and supervisory scope described in the employer's job duties, not just your years of experience.
Why does the prevailing wage for the same Costume Attendants role differ so much by city?
DOL calculates prevailing wages from regional Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys, which reflect actual pay in each metropolitan area. Major entertainment markets like Los Angeles and New York have high concentrations of well-funded studios and production companies that drive local wages up. Lower-activity markets produce lower survey results. Because the LCA requires the employer to certify the wage for the specific worksite, the city on the LCA determines which regional floor applies, not the employer's headquarters location.
What happens if my job offer is below the prevailing wage for a sponsored position?
An LCA certified at a wage below the applicable DOL prevailing wage level is non-compliant, and USCIS can deny the H-1B or PERM petition on that basis. If a wage violation is found after approval, DOL's Wage and Hour Division can require back pay and bar the employer from future sponsorships. For the sponsored worker, a denied or revoked petition means the underlying visa status is at risk. The offer must meet the prevailing wage floor before the employer files the LCA.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for Costume Attendants in a specific U.S. city?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool to look up SOC 39-3092 for any metropolitan area where the job is based. Enter the occupation code and select the worksite metro to see the current four-level wage table. Cross-check the level your employer selected against the job duties in the offer letter. Migrate Mate also lists open roles from employers with confirmed Costume Attendants sponsorship history, giving you a starting point for identifying which companies are actively hiring in your target city.
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