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Cinematographer salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Cinematographer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$74,195
Average $74,195
Low $51,166
High $107,590

The average salary for a cinematographer is $74,195 per year in the United States. 33 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 16, 2026).

Cinematographer job openings in United States

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Cinematographer/Editor, West C...
The Hearst Corporation3.5out of 5 stars.
Los Angeles, CA
$68,340 - $77,000 a year
Full-time
3 days ago

Highest paying companies for Cinematographer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Freelancer.com
 
$159,467per year
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ICONMA, LLC.
 
$153,431per year
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ARC OF THE THREE RIVERS
 
$135,200per year
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swipejobs
 
$117,166per year
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Fluor Corp.
 
$115,700per year
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Alo Yoga
 
$115,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Cinematographers near United States

  1. Los Angeles, CA
    $72,462 per year
  2. Miami, FL
    $69,296 per year
  3. Austin, TX
    $61,554 per year
  4. Jacksonville, FL
    $56,195 per year
  5. Atlanta, GA
    $54,600 per year

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