Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film Salary in Portland, ME

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Portland-South Portland, ME

Median annual salary $48,430 -29.6% vs national
Median hourly $23.28
10th percentile $32,760
90th percentile $81,320
Employed locally 40
National median $68,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,760
    25th
    $35,270
    50th (median)
    $48,430
    75th
    $55,820
    90th
    $81,320

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $88,602 2023 • Census ACS
    Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary vs area income 55% Median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary is 45% 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
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $66,670
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $62,400
    Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN $59,380
    New Orleans-Metairie, LA $58,910
    Northern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $55,810
    Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area $54,690

    Related occupations in Portland, ME

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $61,520
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $38,930
    Coaches and Scouts $50,640
    Graphic Designers $59,550
    Floral Designers $36,330
    Producers and Directors $63,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film in Portland, ME is $23.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.38 or more per hour.

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

    The median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary in Portland, ME is 29.6% 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 Portland?

    Entry-level Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film (10th percentile) earn around $32,760 per year in Portland, ME. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,270.