What are the main factors that influence a Camera Operator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Camera Operator?

Camera Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Camera Operator roles are District of Columbia $51,405, California $51,210, Massachusetts $50,527. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Camera Operator roles make?

Salaries for Camera Operator level roles vary by specialization: Camera Engineer: $93,894; Broadcast Camera Operator: $92,801; Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture: $92,723; Freelance Camera Operator: $75,442; Video Camera Operator: $74,078.

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Camera Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Camera Operator make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Camera Operator in Delaware is $47,124 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a Camera Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,535
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,677 to $57,285
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,986

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Camera Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,285	$4,774	$1,102	$28
Average	$47,124	$3,927	$906	$23
25th Percentile	$38,677	$3,223	$744	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Camera Operator Salaries

A Camera Operator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Camera Operator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Camera Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $51,405.
California: $51,210.
Massachusetts: $50,527.

District of Columbia $51,405 California $51,210 Massachusetts $50,527 Washington $50,342 New Jersey $50,323 Alaska $50,258 Connecticut $49,617 New York $49,357

Hawaii $48,526 Rhode Island $48,136 Maryland $47,872 Minnesota $47,509 Colorado $47,370 Illinois $47,324 Oregon $47,147 Delaware $47,017

New Hampshire $46,936 Virginia $46,753 Pennsylvania $46,219 Nevada $45,950 North Dakota $45,861 Michigan $45,722 Wisconsin $45,671 Vermont $45,569

Texas $45,286 Maine $45,267 Arizona $45,239 Ohio $45,207 Georgia $44,780 Indiana $44,566 Wyoming $44,524 Utah $44,459

Iowa $44,431 Kansas $44,208 Louisiana $44,143 North Carolina $44,120 Missouri $44,111 Florida $43,930 Montana $43,832 Nebraska $43,740

Kentucky $43,688 South Carolina $43,503 Tennessee $43,387 Idaho $43,340 New Mexico $43,001 Oklahoma $42,927 Alabama $42,653 South Dakota $42,194

Arkansas $41,943 West Virginia $41,808 Mississippi $41,404

Top Paying Cities for Camera Operators

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $48,661
Little Creek: $48,211
Magnolia: $48,410

Lincoln, DE $48,661 Little Creek, DE $48,211 Magnolia, DE $48,410 Milford, DE $48,661 Marydel, DE $48,029 Millsboro, DE $48,661 Millville, DE $48,986 Milton, DE $48,661

Nassau, DE $48,661 Ocean View, DE $48,986 Rehoboth Beach, DE $48,986 Seaford, DE $48,150 Selbyville, DE $48,986 Smyrna, DE $47,974 Viola, DE $48,410 Woodside, DE $48,271

Bear, DE $47,621 Newark, DE $47,639 Claymont, DE $47,677 Delaware City, DE $47,639 Hockessin, DE $47,677 Kirkwood, DE $47,639 Middletown, DE $47,876 Montchanin, DE $47,677

New Castle, DE $47,677 Odessa, DE $47,941 Port Penn, DE $47,509 Rockland, DE $47,677 Saint Georges, DE $47,639 Townsend, DE $47,872 Winterthur, DE $47,677 Lewes, DE $48,661

Wilmington, DE $47,677 Dover, DE $48,187 Dover Afb, DE $48,299 Bethany Beach, DE $48,986 Bethel, DE $48,150 Bridgeville, DE $48,661 Camden Wyoming, DE $48,238 Cheswold, DE $48,076

Clayton, DE $47,955 Dagsboro, DE $48,986 Delmar, DE $48,150 Ellendale, DE $48,661 Felton, DE $48,661 Fenwick Island, DE $48,986 Frankford, DE $48,986 Frederica, DE $48,661

Georgetown, DE $48,661 Greenwood, DE $48,661 Harbeson, DE $48,661 Harrington, DE $48,661 Hartly, DE $47,932 Houston, DE $48,661 Kenton, DE $47,955 Laurel, DE $48,150

Yorklyn, DE $47,677

Camera Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Camera Operator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$38,677

Average $47,124/year

$57,285

$3,223

Average $3,927/month

$4,774

$744

Average $906/week

$1,102

$19

Average $23/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,285	$4,774	$1,102	$28
Average	$47,124	$3,927	$906	$23
25th Percentile	$38,677	$3,223	$744	$19

Camera Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

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Broadcast Technician

Production Assistant

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Creative Production Manager

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Camera Operator, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Camera Operator Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Broadcast Technician	$55,153	17%
Production Assistant	$44,160	-6%

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