How much does a photographer make in Minnesota?
$46,470a year
Median yearly pay for photographers in Minnesota. That is $22.34 an hour or $3,873 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.34
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,890Median: $46,470Highest 10%: $84,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,890 | $17.74 | |
| 25th | $44,450 | $21.37 | |
| Median | $46,470 | $22.34 | |
| 75th | $65,050 | $31.27 | |
| 90th | $84,530 | $40.64 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| La Crosse, WI | $47,300 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $46,960 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $45,760 |
| Fargo, ND | $38,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for photographers.
| 12. Colorado | $47,070 |
| 13. Maine | $46,680 |
| 14. Virginia | $46,550 |
| 15. Minnesota | $46,470 |
| 16. Maryland | $46,450 |
| 17. Hawaii | $45,960 |
| 18. Mississippi | $45,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a photographer make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $22.34 ($46,470 a year).
Do photographers make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $46,470 against $44,660 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for photographer pay?
Minnesota ranks 15 of 49 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays photographers the most?
La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN, with a median of $47,300 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.