Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film Salary in Reno, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Reno, NV

Median annual salary $45,140 -34.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.70
10th percentile $36,700
90th percentile $86,130
Employed locally 30
National median $68,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,700
    25th
    $40,310
    50th (median)
    $45,140
    75th
    $61,070
    90th
    $86,130

    Reno economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,684 2023 • Census ACS
    Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary vs area income 53% Median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary is 47% 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
    Jacksonville, FL $96,950
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $70,290
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $68,790

    Related occupations in Reno, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $39,050
    Coaches and Scouts $47,190
    Graphic Designers $50,890
    Audio and Video Technicians $49,200
    Public Relations Specialists $66,970
    Producers and Directors $68,040

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film in Reno, NV is $21.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.41 or more per hour.

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

    The median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary in Reno, NV is 34.4% 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 Reno?

    Entry-level Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film (10th percentile) earn around $36,700 per year in Reno, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,310.