Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film Salary in Denver, CO

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO

Median annual salary $70,290 +2.2% vs national
Median hourly $33.79
10th percentile $44,380
90th percentile $123,710
Employed locally 160
National median $68,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,380
    25th
    $59,260
    50th (median)
    $70,290
    75th
    $114,170
    90th
    $123,710

    Denver economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $102,339 2023 • Census ACS
    Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary vs area income 69% Median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary is 31% 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 Denver, CO

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $77,530
    Graphic Designers $74,540
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $42,700
    Interior Designers $74,120
    Coaches and Scouts $47,010
    Technical Writers $104,990

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film in Denver, CO is $33.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.33 or more per hour.

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

    The median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary in Denver, CO is 2.2% 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 Denver?

    Entry-level Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film (10th percentile) earn around $44,380 per year in Denver, CO. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,260.