Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film Salary in Lexington, KY

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Lexington-Fayette, KY

Median annual salary $52,580 -23.6% vs national
Median hourly $25.28
10th percentile $45,730
90th percentile $78,320
Employed locally 40
National median $68,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,730
    25th
    $46,060
    50th (median)
    $52,580
    75th
    $60,490
    90th
    $78,320

    Lexington economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $70,717 2023 • Census ACS
    Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary vs area income 74% Median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary is 26% 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
    Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area $54,690
    Kentucky $46,110
    Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN $43,860

    Related occupations in Lexington, KY

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $37,560
    Public Relations Specialists $63,630
    Coaches and Scouts $49,060
    Graphic Designers $51,410
    Producers and Directors $46,170
    Interior Designers $55,430

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film in Lexington, KY is $25.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.66 or more per hour.

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

    The median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary in Lexington, KY is 23.6% 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 Lexington?

    Entry-level Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film (10th percentile) earn around $45,730 per year in Lexington, KY. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,060.