How much does a photographer make in Boulder?
$60,930a year
Median yearly pay for photographers in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $29.29 an hour or $5,078 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.29
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 175
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,590Median: $60,930Highest 10%: $99,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,590 | $19.03 | |
| 25th | $44,510 | $21.40 | |
| Median | $60,930 | $29.29 | |
| 75th | $88,610 | $42.60 | |
| 90th | $99,990 | $48.07 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for photographers.
| Fort Collins, CO | $62,550 |
| Denver, CO | $47,340 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $42,110 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Musician and Singer | $134,100 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $108,000 |
| Art Director | $107,100 |
| Technical Writer | $105,800 |
| Fashion Designer | $98,680 |
| Writer and Author | $83,540 |
| Producer and Director | $81,500 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $81,180 |
| Editor | $81,090 |
| Interior Designer | $80,850 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a photographer make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $29.29 ($60,930 a year).
Do photographers make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $60,930 against $44,660 nationally, 36% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $47,070, so Boulder pays 29% more.
Where does Boulder rank for photographer pay?
3 of 175 metro areas with data.
How much does a photographer make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,590 or less a year; the top 10% make $99,990 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.