Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film Salary in Albuquerque, NM

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Albuquerque, NM

Median annual salary $48,040 -30.2% vs national
Median hourly $23.10
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $106,660
Employed locally 130
National median $68,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $47,400
    50th (median)
    $48,040
    75th
    $66,640
    90th
    $106,660

    Albuquerque economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,995 2023 • Census ACS
    Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary vs area income 71% Median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary is 29% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $103,930
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $102,310
    California $101,610
    District of Columbia $100,940
    Tucson, AZ $99,510
    Rochester, NY $98,020

    Nearby metros — Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Northern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $55,810
    Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area $54,690

    Related occupations in Albuquerque, NM

    OccupationMedian salary
    Graphic Designers$59,140
    Public Relations Specialists$69,680
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$35,790
    Coaches and Scouts$34,620
    Producers and Directors$64,840
    Interpreters and Translators$60,590

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film make per hour in Albuquerque?

    The median hourly wage for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film in Albuquerque, NM is $23.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.73 or more per hour.

    Is Albuquerque above or below average for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salaries?

    The median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary in Albuquerque, NM is 30.2% below the national median of $68,810. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film in Albuquerque?

    Entry-level Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Albuquerque, NM. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,400.