How much does a photographer make in Massachusetts?
$57,990a year
Median yearly pay for photographers in Massachusetts. That is $27.88 an hour or $4,833 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.88
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,480Median: $57,990Highest 10%: $112,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,480 | $18.50 | |
| 25th | $43,410 | $20.87 | |
| Median | $57,990 | $27.88 | |
| 75th | $98,490 | $47.35 | |
| 90th | $112,800 | $54.21 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Springfield, MA | $60,430 |
| Boston, MA | $55,020 |
| Worcester, MA | $50,170 |
| Providence, RI | $50,060 |
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 |
| 5. Utah | $52,140 |
| 6. Delaware | $50,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a photographer make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $27.88 ($57,990 a year).
Do photographers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $57,990 against $44,660 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for photographer pay?
Massachusetts ranks 3 of 49 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays photographers the most?
Springfield, MA, with a median of $60,430 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.