Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film Salary in Tulsa, OK

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tulsa, OK

Median annual salary $50,220 -27% vs national
Median hourly $24.14
10th percentile $36,210
90th percentile $104,470
Employed locally 110
National median $68,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,210
    25th
    $37,290
    50th (median)
    $50,220
    75th
    $80,320
    90th
    $104,470

    Tulsa economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,823 2023 • Census ACS
    Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary vs area income 74% Median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary is 26% 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
    Oklahoma $45,310
    Oklahoma City, OK $40,180
    Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA $34,530

    Related occupations in Tulsa, OK

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $41,220
    Public Relations Specialists $60,430
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $33,950
    Graphic Designers $55,100
    Producers and Directors $52,550
    Interior Designers $61,940

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film in Tulsa, OK is $24.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.23 or more per hour.

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

    The median Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film salary in Tulsa, OK is 27% 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 Tulsa?

    Entry-level Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film (10th percentile) earn around $36,210 per year in Tulsa, OK. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,290.