Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film Salary in Missoula, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Missoula, MT

Median annual salary $32,440 -52.9% vs national
Median hourly $15.60
10th percentile $24,870
90th percentile $58,820
Employed locally 40
National median $68,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,870
    25th
    $32,440
    50th (median)
    $32,440
    75th
    $54,630
    90th
    $58,820

    Missoula economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $70,888 2023 • Census ACS
    Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary vs area income 46% Median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary is 54% 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
    Bozeman, MT $50,910

    Related occupations in Missoula, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $58,220
    Coaches and Scouts $38,820
    Graphic Designers $48,900
    Producers and Directors $49,250
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $39,500
    Film and Video Editors $41,790

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film in Missoula, MT is $15.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.28 or more per hour.

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

    The median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary in Missoula, MT is 52.9% 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 Missoula?

    Entry-level Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film (10th percentile) earn around $24,870 per year in Missoula, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,440.