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Videographer Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median videographer salary in Birmingham, AL is $55,800 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$55,800
vs State Avg
+$1,860
vs National
$-6,200
Cost of Living
90%

Videographer Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level videographer earns around $34,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $94,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$34,200
$-3,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$57,600
$-6,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$94,500
$-10,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $31,500
25th Percentile $41,400
Median (50th) $55,800
75th Percentile $76,500
90th Percentile $100,800

Videographer Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$57,040
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$54,560
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$53,320
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$52,700
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Videographer in Birmingham

Education

Most videographer positions require a bachelor's degree. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Video ProductionPremiere ProAfter EffectsLightingAudio RecordingStorytelling

Job Outlook

Nationally, videographer employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.