How much does a camera operator make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for camera operators in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $40.06 an hour or $6,943 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.06
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 71
- Jobs in the area
- 500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,080 | $23.60 | |
| 25th | $63,640 | $30.60 | |
| Median | $83,320 | $40.06 | |
| 75th | $104,300 | $50.16 | |
| 90th | $131,800 | $63.37 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for camera operators.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Musician and Singer | $133,600 |
| Artist and Related Worker | $125,100 |
| Media and Communication Equipment Worker | $121,700 |
| Writer and Author | $108,500 |
| Art Director | $106,000 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $101,700 |
| News Analyst | $101,000 |
| Producer and Director | $100,300 |
| Technical Writer | $99,910 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $94,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a camera operator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $40.06 ($83,320 a year).
Do camera operators make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $83,320 against $74,990 nationally, 11% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $98,300, so Washington pays 15% less.
Where does Washington rank for camera operator pay?
7 of 71 metro areas with data.
How much does a camera operator make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,080 or less a year; the top 10% make $131,800 or more.
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.