Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film Salary in Columbus, OH

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Columbus, OH

Median annual salary $70,720 +2.8% vs national
Median hourly $34.00
10th percentile $43,820
90th percentile $106,190
Employed locally 80
National median $68,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,820
    25th
    $54,990
    50th (median)
    $70,720
    75th
    $105,700
    90th
    $106,190

    Columbus economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $79,847 2023 • Census ACS
    Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary vs area income 89% Median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary is 11% 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
    Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN $67,590
    Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH $67,270
    Ohio $67,040
    Cleveland, OH $47,210

    Related occupations in Columbus, OH

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $43,620
    Public Relations Specialists $73,090
    Graphic Designers $61,410
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $38,280
    Interior Designers $61,370
    Interpreters and Translators $60,010

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film in Columbus, OH is $34.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.63 or more per hour.

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

    The median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary in Columbus, OH is 2.8% above 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 Columbus?

    Entry-level Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film (10th percentile) earn around $43,820 per year in Columbus, OH. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,990.