Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film Salary in New York
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New York
Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film in New York earn a median salary of $80,653 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +17.2% vs the national median of $68,810. An estimated 3,270 camera operators, television, video, and film are employed across New York, with salaries ranging from $53,980 to $98,020 depending on location.
$80,653
Avg median salary in New York
$98,020
Highest paying metro
$53,980
Lowest paying metro
3,270
Employed in New York
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Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salaries by city in New York
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, NY | $98,020 | $50,200 | $98,020 | 60 |
| New York, NY-NJ | $89,960 | $67,610 | $120,720 | 3,170 |
| Albany, NY | $53,980 | $51,810 | $75,590 | 40 |