How much does a photographer make in Maine?
$46,680a year
Median yearly pay for photographers in Maine. That is $22.44 an hour or $3,890 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.44
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,270Median: $46,680Highest 10%: $79,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,270 | $16.00 | |
| 25th | $36,030 | $17.32 | |
| Median | $46,680 | $22.44 | |
| 75th | $64,550 | $31.03 | |
| 90th | $79,230 | $38.09 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $47,720 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for photographers.
| 10. California | $47,840 |
| 11. Kentucky | $47,170 |
| 12. Colorado | $47,070 |
| 13. Maine | $46,680 |
| 14. Virginia | $46,550 |
| 15. Minnesota | $46,470 |
| 16. Maryland | $46,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a photographer make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $22.44 ($46,680 a year).
Do photographers make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $46,680 against $44,660 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Maine rank for photographer pay?
Maine ranks 13 of 49 states.
Which city in Maine pays photographers the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $47,720 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.