How much does a photographer make in Alabama?
$36,130a year
Median yearly pay for photographers in Alabama. That is $17.37 an hour or $3,011 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.37
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $24,590Median: $36,130Highest 10%: $72,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $24,590 | $11.82 | |
| 25th | $28,470 | $13.69 | |
| Median | $36,130 | $17.37 | |
| 75th | $55,760 | $26.81 | |
| 90th | $72,550 | $34.88 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Montgomery, AL | $52,160 |
| Birmingham, AL | $38,390 |
| Mobile, AL | $37,490 |
| Huntsville, AL | $31,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for photographers.
| 42. Louisiana | $36,830 |
| 43. Oklahoma | $36,750 |
| 44. Illinois | $36,570 |
| 45. Alabama | $36,130 |
| 46. West Virginia | $36,110 |
| 47. Indiana | $35,960 |
| 48. Idaho | $33,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a photographer make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $17.37 ($36,130 a year).
Do photographers make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $36,130 against $44,660 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Alabama rank for photographer pay?
Alabama ranks 45 of 49 states.
Which city in Alabama pays photographers the most?
Montgomery, AL, with a median of $52,160 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.