Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film Salary in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN

Median annual salary $43,860 -36.3% vs national
Median hourly $21.09
10th percentile $37,240
90th percentile $80,800
Employed locally 40
National median $68,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,240
    25th
    $42,240
    50th (median)
    $43,860
    75th
    $67,410
    90th
    $80,800

    Louisville/Jefferson County economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,737 2023 • Census ACS
    Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary vs area income 61% Median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary is 39% 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
    Lexington-Fayette, KY $52,580
    Kentucky $46,110

    Related occupations in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $36,250
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $36,030
    Public Relations Specialists $58,020
    Graphic Designers $53,430
    Producers and Directors $57,340
    Interior Designers $51,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film make per hour in Louisville/Jefferson County?

    The median hourly wage for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN is $21.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.93 or more per hour.

    Is Louisville/Jefferson County above or below average for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salaries?

    The median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN is 36.3% 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 Louisville/Jefferson County?

    Entry-level Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film (10th percentile) earn around $37,240 per year in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,240.