Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film Salary in Des Moines, IA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA

Median annual salary $47,800 -30.5% vs national
Median hourly $22.98
10th percentile $34,180
90th percentile $83,190
Employed locally 40
National median $68,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,180
    25th
    $37,290
    50th (median)
    $47,800
    75th
    $70,450
    90th
    $83,190

    Des Moines economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,209 2023 • Census ACS
    Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary vs area income 57% Median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary is 43% 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
    California $101,610
    District of Columbia $100,940
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $83,200
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $79,000
    Virginia $71,760
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $70,290

    Related occupations in Des Moines, IA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $68,360
    Coaches and Scouts $34,640
    Graphic Designers $51,100
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $39,300
    Interior Designers $62,390
    Producers and Directors $58,690

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film in Des Moines, IA is $22.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary in Des Moines, IA is 30.5% 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 Des Moines?

    Entry-level Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film (10th percentile) earn around $34,180 per year in Des Moines, IA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,290.