How much does a camera operator make in Georgia?
$85,050a year
Median yearly pay for camera operators in Georgia. That is $40.89 an hour or $7,088 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.89
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,250Median: $85,050Highest 10%: $159,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,250 | $17.43 | |
| 25th | $48,900 | $23.51 | |
| Median | $85,050 | $40.89 | |
| 75th | $131,000 | $62.96 | |
| 90th | $159,100 | $76.49 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $76,250 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for camera operators.
| 2. Illinois | $100,200 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $98,300 |
| 4. New York | $93,410 |
| 5. Georgia | $85,050 |
| 6. Alaska | $83,620 |
| 7. Colorado | $74,990 |
| 8. Utah | $73,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a camera operator make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $40.89 ($85,050 a year).
Do camera operators make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $85,050 against $74,990 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Georgia rank for camera operator pay?
Georgia ranks 5 of 46 states.
Which city in Georgia pays camera operators the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $76,250 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.