How much does a photographer make in Jackson?
$47,500a year
Median yearly pay for photographers in the Jackson, MS metro area. That is $22.84 an hour or $3,958 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.84
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 42 of 175
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $23,990Median: $47,500Highest 10%: $68,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $23,990 | $11.53 | |
| 25th | $34,560 | $16.62 | |
| Median | $47,500 | $22.84 | |
| 75th | $57,000 | $27.40 | |
| 90th | $68,360 | $32.87 |
Other cities in Mississippi
Median yearly pay for photographers.
| Memphis, TN | $38,510 |
Related jobs in Jackson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Public Relations Specialist | $60,310 |
| Producer and Director | $50,280 |
| Editor | $49,650 |
| News Analyst | $47,990 |
| Graphic Designer | $47,310 |
| Audio and Video Technician | $43,490 |
| Coach and Scout | $39,570 |
| Merchandise Displayer and Window Trimmer | $35,880 |
| Floral Designer | $27,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a photographer make an hour in Jackson?
The median hourly pay in the Jackson, MS metro area is $22.84 ($47,500 a year).
Do photographers make more in Jackson than the national average?
Yes: $47,500 against $44,660 nationally, 6% more.
How does Jackson compare with the rest of Mississippi?
The median in Mississippi is $45,860, so Jackson pays 4% more.
Where does Jackson rank for photographer pay?
42 of 175 metro areas with data.
How much does a photographer make starting out in Jackson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $23,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $68,360 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.