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 $51,586, California $51,391, Massachusetts $50,706. 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: $93,101; Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture: $93,050; Camera Engineer: $92,440; Video Camera Operator: $73,276; Freelance Camera Operator: $73,100.

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Camera Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Camera Operator make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Camera Operator in Delaware is $47,183 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): $66,619
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,725 to $57,356
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,025

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Camera Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,356	$4,780	$1,103	$28
Average	$47,183	$3,932	$907	$23
25th Percentile	$38,725	$3,227	$745	$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: $51,586.
California: $51,391.
Massachusetts: $50,706.

District of Columbia $51,586 California $51,391 Massachusetts $50,706 Washington $50,519 New Jersey $50,501 Alaska $50,435 Connecticut $49,792 New York $49,532

Hawaii $48,698 Rhode Island $48,306 Maryland $48,041 Minnesota $47,677 Colorado $47,537 Illinois $47,491 Oregon $47,314 Delaware $47,183

New Hampshire $47,101 Virginia $46,918 Pennsylvania $46,382 Nevada $46,112 North Dakota $46,023 Michigan $45,883 Wisconsin $45,832 Vermont $45,730

Texas $45,445 Maine $45,427 Arizona $45,399 Ohio $45,366 Georgia $44,938 Indiana $44,723 Wyoming $44,681 Utah $44,616

Iowa $44,588 Kansas $44,365 Louisiana $44,299 North Carolina $44,276 Missouri $44,267 Florida $44,085 Montana $43,987 Nebraska $43,894

Kentucky $43,843 South Carolina $43,656 Tennessee $43,540 Idaho $43,493 New Mexico $43,153 Oklahoma $43,079 Alabama $42,804 South Dakota $42,342

Arkansas $42,091 West Virginia $41,956 Mississippi $41,550

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: $48,833
Little Creek: $48,381
Magnolia: $48,581

Lincoln, DE $48,833 Little Creek, DE $48,381 Magnolia, DE $48,581 Milford, DE $48,833 Marydel, DE $48,199 Millsboro, DE $48,833 Millville, DE $49,159 Milton, DE $48,833

Nassau, DE $48,833 Ocean View, DE $49,159 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,159 Seaford, DE $48,320 Selbyville, DE $49,159 Smyrna, DE $48,143 Viola, DE $48,581 Woodside, DE $48,441

Bear, DE $47,789 Newark, DE $47,808 Claymont, DE $47,845 Delaware City, DE $47,808 Hockessin, DE $47,845 Kirkwood, DE $47,808 Middletown, DE $48,045 Montchanin, DE $47,845

New Castle, DE $47,845 Odessa, DE $48,110 Port Penn, DE $47,677 Rockland, DE $47,845 Saint Georges, DE $47,808 Townsend, DE $48,041 Winterthur, DE $47,845 Lewes, DE $48,833

Wilmington, DE $47,845 Dover, DE $48,357 Dover Afb, DE $48,469 Bethany Beach, DE $49,159 Bethel, DE $48,320 Bridgeville, DE $48,833 Camden Wyoming, DE $48,409 Cheswold, DE $48,246

Clayton, DE $48,124 Dagsboro, DE $49,159 Delmar, DE $48,320 Ellendale, DE $48,833 Felton, DE $48,833 Fenwick Island, DE $49,159 Frankford, DE $49,159 Frederica, DE $48,833

Georgetown, DE $48,833 Greenwood, DE $48,833 Harbeson, DE $48,833 Harrington, DE $48,833 Hartly, DE $48,101 Houston, DE $48,833 Kenton, DE $48,124 Laurel, DE $48,320

Yorklyn, DE $47,845

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 January 01, 2026

$38,725

Average $47,183/year

$57,356

$3,227

Average $3,932/month

$4,780

$745

Average $907/week

$1,103

$19

Average $23/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,356	$4,780	$1,103	$28
Average	$47,183	$3,932	$907	$23
25th Percentile	$38,725	$3,227	$745	$19

Camera Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

Camera Operator

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	$55,220	17%
Production Assistant	$44,063	-7%

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