Prevailing Wage for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers
Prevailing wages for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers are set by the DOL using regional Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. Whether your offer is for a lobby attendant at a concert venue, a ticket taker at a theme park, or a visitor services assistant at a museum, DOL assigns four experience-based levels, and the floor shifts considerably depending on the worksite city.
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Level 1 covers entry-level ticket takers and lobby attendants with little to no prior experience in the role. Work is closely supervised, limited to routine patron-assistance tasks, and does not require independent judgment about venue operations or event procedures.
Level 2 applies to qualified ushers and lobby attendants with some practical experience and the ability to handle routine situations without constant supervision. This is the most common filing level for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers in DOL labor condition applications.
Level 3 fits experienced professionals who independently manage patron flow, train newer staff, or handle elevated guest services responsibilities across larger or more complex venues. Some specialization, such as accessibility coordination or VIP services, often supports this level.
Level 4 applies to fully competent lead ushers or senior visitor services staff who set operational procedures, oversee teams, and exercise broad discretion. This level is rare in standard sponsorship filings and typically requires documented supervisory or program-management scope.
Prevailing Wage for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers 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 venue type sets your level
Prevailing wage levels for this occupation vary by employer category. Major sports arenas, performing arts centers, and theme parks typically file at Level 2, while smaller independent venues or contract staffing agencies often file at Level 1. Confirm which setting your LCA covers before comparing your offer.
Watch for part-time to full-time wage mismatches
Many usher and ticket taker positions are structured as part-time or seasonal roles. DOL prevailing wage figures are annualized full-time equivalents, so an employer citing an hourly rate must still meet the prorated annualized floor for any sponsored full-time classification on the LCA.
Check high-paying metros before accepting a national offer
San Jose, Seattle, and San Francisco have prevailing wage floors for this occupation that run substantially above the national median at every level. If your employer operates in multiple cities, the LCA worksite city controls the wage floor, not the company's headquarters location.
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Employers who have previously sponsored ushers, lobby attendants, or ticket takers appear in Migrate Mate's historical sponsorship data. Filtering by this occupation shows which venues and entertainment operators have actually completed the LCA and visa process for this role before, reducing uncertainty in your job search.
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DOL classifies these titles under SOC 39-3031.00 alongside Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Docent Prevailing Wage
Docent Prevailing Wage
Docent positions fall under SOC 39-3031.00 (Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers). 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.
Lobby Attendant Prevailing Wage
Lobby Attendant Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Lobby Attendant for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 39-3031.00 (Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Ticket Attendant Prevailing Wage
Ticket Attendant Prevailing Wage
Ticket Attendant is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 39-3031.00 (Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers). 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.
Ticket Taker Prevailing Wage
Ticket Taker Prevailing Wage
Ticket Taker positions fall under SOC 39-3031.00 (Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers). 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.
Usher Prevailing Wage
Usher Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Usher for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 39-3031.00 (Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Visitor Services Assistant Prevailing Wage
Visitor Services Assistant Prevailing Wage
Visitor Services Assistant is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 39-3031.00 (Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers). 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.
Visitor Services Associate Prevailing Wage
Visitor Services Associate Prevailing Wage
Visitor Services Associate positions fall under SOC 39-3031.00 (Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers). 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.
Visitor Services Representative Prevailing Wage
Visitor Services Representative Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Visitor Services Representative for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 39-3031.00 (Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Visitor Services Specialist Prevailing Wage
Visitor Services Specialist Prevailing Wage
Visitor Services Specialist is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 39-3031.00 (Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers). 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the DOL set the prevailing wage for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers?
DOL uses Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics across hundreds of metropolitan areas. For each area, DOL calculates four wage levels tied to experience and complexity. Employers filing an LCA through OFLC must pay at least the level that matches the sponsored worker's qualifications in the specific worksite location.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which one applies to my offer?
Level 1 is entry-level with close supervision. Level 2 reflects qualified workers who handle routine tasks independently. Level 3 covers experienced staff with specialized duties or limited supervisory responsibilities. Level 4 is for fully competent senior or lead roles. Your level should match the job duties and experience requirements described in your offer letter and the employer's LCA, not simply your years of total work history.
Why does the prevailing wage for this role vary so much between cities?
DOL builds prevailing wages from regional OES surveys, so local labor market conditions drive each metro's figures. San Jose and San Francisco reflect California's higher cost of labor, while markets like Knoxville and Guam sit near the national floor. Critically, the LCA must list the actual worksite address, so the wage floor is always determined by where the work physically occurs, not where the employer is headquartered.
What happens if my job offer pays below the prevailing wage for a sponsored position?
USCIS will not approve an H-1B or other employer-sponsored petition if the underlying LCA wage is below the DOL prevailing wage for the certified level and location. If an LCA is filed at a wage below the floor, OFLC can decertify it. A below-floor offer generally means the employer must either increase the offered salary or refile the LCA at a corrected wage before sponsorship can proceed.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for a specific U.S. location for this occupation?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool on the DOL website. Enter SOC code 39-3031 and select the metropolitan area matching your worksite city. The tool returns the current four-level wage table for that area. Cross-check with the Bureau of Labor Statistics OES data if you want to see the underlying survey figures. Always use the worksite metro, not the employer's billing or corporate address, when looking up the applicable floor.
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