How much does a photographer make in District of Columbia?
$111,000a year
Median yearly pay for photographers in District of Columbia. That is $53.35 an hour or $9,248 a month.
- Hourly
- $53.35
- Vs. national median
- +148%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,080Median: $111,000Highest 10%: $148,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,080 | $22.15 | |
| 25th | $83,170 | $39.99 | |
| Median | $111,000 | $53.35 | |
| 75th | $125,200 | $60.20 | |
| 90th | $148,400 | $71.33 |
Cities in District of Columbia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $54,530 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for photographers.
| 1. District of Columbia | $111,000 |
| 2. New York | $60,050 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $57,990 |
| 4. Oregon | $53,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a photographer make an hour in District of Columbia?
The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $53.35 ($111,000 a year).
Do photographers make more in District of Columbia than the national average?
Yes: $111,000 against $44,660 nationally, 148% more.
Where does District of Columbia rank for photographer pay?
District of Columbia ranks 1 of 49 states.
Which city in District of Columbia pays photographers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $54,530 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.