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 $51,765, California $51,568, Massachusetts $50,881. 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: Broadcast Camera Operator: $93,401; Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture: $93,372; Camera Engineer: $92,396; Video Camera Operator: $73,295; Freelance Camera Operator: $73,118.

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Camera Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Camera Operator make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Camera Operator in Delaware is $47,346 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): $66,849
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,859 to $57,555
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,132

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Camera Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,555	$4,796	$1,107	$28
Average	$47,346	$3,946	$911	$23
25th Percentile	$38,859	$3,238	$747	$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: $51,765.
California: $51,568.
Massachusetts: $50,881.

District of Columbia $51,765 California $51,568 Massachusetts $50,881 Washington $50,694 New Jersey $50,675 Alaska $50,610 Connecticut $49,965 New York $49,703

Hawaii $48,866 Rhode Island $48,473 Maryland $48,207 Minnesota $47,842 Colorado $47,702 Illinois $47,655 Oregon $47,477 Delaware $47,346

New Hampshire $47,264 Virginia $47,080 Pennsylvania $46,542 Nevada $46,271 North Dakota $46,182 Michigan $46,042 Wisconsin $45,991 Vermont $45,888

Texas $45,603 Maine $45,584 Arizona $45,556 Ohio $45,523 Georgia $45,093 Indiana $44,878 Wyoming $44,836 Utah $44,770

Iowa $44,742 Kansas $44,518 Louisiana $44,452 North Carolina $44,429 Missouri $44,420 Florida $44,237 Montana $44,139 Nebraska $44,046

Kentucky $43,994 South Carolina $43,807 Tennessee $43,690 Idaho $43,644 New Mexico $43,302 Oklahoma $43,228 Alabama $42,952 South Dakota $42,489

Arkansas $42,236 West Virginia $42,101 Mississippi $41,694

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: $49,002
Little Creek: $48,548
Magnolia: $48,749

Lincoln, DE $49,002 Little Creek, DE $48,548 Magnolia, DE $48,749 Milford, DE $49,002 Marydel, DE $48,366 Millsboro, DE $49,002 Millville, DE $49,329 Milton, DE $49,002

Nassau, DE $49,002 Ocean View, DE $49,329 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,329 Seaford, DE $48,487 Selbyville, DE $49,329 Smyrna, DE $48,310 Viola, DE $48,749 Woodside, DE $48,609

Bear, DE $47,954 Newark, DE $47,973 Claymont, DE $48,010 Delaware City, DE $47,973 Hockessin, DE $48,010 Kirkwood, DE $47,973 Middletown, DE $48,211 Montchanin, DE $48,010

New Castle, DE $48,010 Odessa, DE $48,277 Port Penn, DE $47,842 Rockland, DE $48,010 Saint Georges, DE $47,973 Townsend, DE $48,207 Winterthur, DE $48,010 Lewes, DE $49,002

Wilmington, DE $48,010 Dover, DE $48,525 Dover Afb, DE $48,637 Bethany Beach, DE $49,329 Bethel, DE $48,487 Bridgeville, DE $49,002 Camden Wyoming, DE $48,576 Cheswold, DE $48,412

Clayton, DE $48,291 Dagsboro, DE $49,329 Delmar, DE $48,487 Ellendale, DE $49,002 Felton, DE $49,002 Fenwick Island, DE $49,329 Frankford, DE $49,329 Frederica, DE $49,002

Georgetown, DE $49,002 Greenwood, DE $49,002 Harbeson, DE $49,002 Harrington, DE $49,002 Hartly, DE $48,268 Houston, DE $49,002 Kenton, DE $48,291 Laurel, DE $48,487

Yorklyn, DE $48,010

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 March 01, 2026

$38,859

Average $47,346/year

$57,555

$3,238

Average $3,946/month

$4,796

$747

Average $911/week

$1,107

$19

Average $23/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,555	$4,796	$1,107	$28
Average	$47,346	$3,946	$911	$23
25th Percentile	$38,859	$3,238	$747	$19

Camera Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

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Broadcast Technician

Production Assistant

Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture

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	$55,414	17%
Production Assistant	$44,067	-7%

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