How much does a camera operator make in Washington?
$60,250a year
Median yearly pay for camera operators in Washington. That is $28.97 an hour or $5,021 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.97
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,780Median: $60,250Highest 10%: $130,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,780 | $18.16 | |
| 25th | $44,120 | $21.21 | |
| Median | $60,250 | $28.97 | |
| 75th | $105,300 | $50.60 | |
| 90th | $130,400 | $62.70 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $61,820 |
| Spokane, WA | $36,230 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for camera operators.
| 17. Alabama | $61,800 |
| 18. Massachusetts | $61,320 |
| 19. Kansas | $60,690 |
| 20. Washington | $60,250 |
| 21. Louisiana | $58,440 |
| 22. Virginia | $58,440 |
| 23. Idaho | $58,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a camera operator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $28.97 ($60,250 a year).
Do camera operators make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $60,250 against $74,990 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Washington rank for camera operator pay?
Washington ranks 20 of 46 states.
Which city in Washington pays camera operators the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $61,820 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.