What are the main factors that influence a Broadcast 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 Broadcast Camera Operator?

Broadcast Camera Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Broadcast Camera Operator roles are District of Columbia $103,601, California $103,201, Massachusetts $101,801. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Broadcast Camera Operator roles make?

Salaries for Broadcast Camera Operator level roles vary by specialization: Broadcast Production Director: $145,400; Broadcast Production Manager: $108,000; Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture: $93,533; Video Camera Operator: $73,299; Freelance Camera Operator: $73,123.

Broadcast Camera Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Broadcast Camera Operator make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Broadcast Camera Operator in Delaware is $94,801 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $139,888
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,801 to $118,401
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,234

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Broadcast Camera Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,401	$9,867	$2,277	$57
Average	$94,801	$7,900	$1,823	$46
25th Percentile	$78,801	$6,567	$1,515	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Broadcast Camera Operator Salaries

A Broadcast 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 Broadcast 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 Broadcast Camera Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $103,601.
California: $103,201.
Massachusetts: $101,801.

District of Columbia $103,601 California $103,201 Massachusetts $101,801 Washington $101,501 New Jersey $101,401 Alaska $101,301 Connecticut $100,001 New York $99,501

Hawaii $97,801 Rhode Island $97,001 Maryland $96,501 Minnesota $95,801 Colorado $95,501 Illinois $95,401 Oregon $95,001 Delaware $94,801

New Hampshire $94,601 Virginia $94,201 Pennsylvania $93,201 Nevada $92,601 North Dakota $92,401 Michigan $92,201 Wisconsin $92,101 Vermont $91,901

Texas $91,301 Arizona $91,201 Maine $91,201 Ohio $91,101 Georgia $90,301 Indiana $89,801 Wyoming $89,701 Utah $89,601

Iowa $89,601 Kansas $89,101 Louisiana $89,001 North Carolina $88,901 Missouri $88,901 Florida $88,601 Montana $88,401 Nebraska $88,201

Kentucky $88,101 South Carolina $87,701 Tennessee $87,501 Idaho $87,401 New Mexico $86,701 Oklahoma $86,501 Alabama $86,001 South Dakota $85,101

Arkansas $84,501 West Virginia $84,301 Mississippi $83,501

Top Paying Cities for Broadcast 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: $98,101
Little Creek: $97,201
Magnolia: $97,601

Lincoln, DE $98,101 Little Creek, DE $97,201 Magnolia, DE $97,601 Milford, DE $98,101 Marydel, DE $96,801 Millsboro, DE $98,101 Millville, DE $98,701 Milton, DE $98,101

Nassau, DE $98,101 Ocean View, DE $98,701 Rehoboth Beach, DE $98,701 Seaford, DE $97,101 Selbyville, DE $98,701 Smyrna, DE $96,701 Viola, DE $97,601 Woodside, DE $97,301

Bear, DE $96,001 Newark, DE $96,001 Claymont, DE $96,101 Delaware City, DE $96,001 Hockessin, DE $96,101 Kirkwood, DE $96,001 Middletown, DE $96,501 Montchanin, DE $96,101

New Castle, DE $96,101 Odessa, DE $96,601 Port Penn, DE $95,801 Rockland, DE $96,101 Saint Georges, DE $96,001 Townsend, DE $96,501 Winterthur, DE $96,101 Lewes, DE $98,101

Wilmington, DE $96,101 Dover, DE $97,101 Dover Afb, DE $97,401 Bethany Beach, DE $98,701 Bethel, DE $97,101 Bridgeville, DE $98,101 Camden Wyoming, DE $97,201 Cheswold, DE $96,901

Clayton, DE $96,701 Dagsboro, DE $98,701 Delmar, DE $97,101 Ellendale, DE $98,101 Felton, DE $98,101 Fenwick Island, DE $98,701 Frankford, DE $98,701 Frederica, DE $98,101

Georgetown, DE $98,101 Greenwood, DE $98,101 Harbeson, DE $98,101 Harrington, DE $98,101 Hartly, DE $96,601 Houston, DE $98,101 Kenton, DE $96,701 Laurel, DE $97,101

Yorklyn, DE $96,101

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

Understanding how a Broadcast 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 April 01, 2026

$78,801

Average $94,801/year

$118,401

$6,567

Average $7,900/month

$9,867

$1,515

Average $1,823/week

$2,277

$38

Average $46/hour

$57

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,401	$9,867	$2,277	$57
Average	$94,801	$7,900	$1,823	$46
25th Percentile	$78,801	$6,567	$1,515	$38

Broadcast Camera Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

Broadcast Camera Operator

Broadcast Production Manager

For a Broadcast Camera Operator, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Broadcast Production Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $109,300 - a projected growth of 15% over your current level.

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