Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film Salary in Colorado Springs, CO

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Colorado Springs, CO

Median annual salary $48,140 -30% vs national
Median hourly $23.15
10th percentile $39,380
90th percentile $79,880
Employed locally 30
National median $68,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,380
    25th
    $39,410
    50th (median)
    $48,140
    75th
    $65,610
    90th
    $79,880

    Colorado Springs economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $87,180 2023 • Census ACS
    Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary vs area income 55% Median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary is 45% 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
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $103,930
    District of Columbia $100,940
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $88,760
    Fort Collins-Loveland, CO $74,990
    Colorado $74,350
    Columbus, OH $70,720

    Related occupations in Colorado Springs, CO

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $69,640
    Coaches and Scouts $48,930
    Graphic Designers $58,500
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $37,160
    Producers and Directors $60,830
    Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other $112,650

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film in Colorado Springs, CO is $23.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.40 or more per hour.

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

    The median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary in Colorado Springs, CO is 30% 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 Colorado Springs?

    Entry-level Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film (10th percentile) earn around $39,380 per year in Colorado Springs, CO. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,410.