How much does a photographer make in Mississippi?
$45,860a year
Median yearly pay for photographers in Mississippi. That is $22.05 an hour or $3,822 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.05
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $24,030Median: $45,860Highest 10%: $65,370
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $24,030 | $11.55 | |
| 25th | $35,130 | $16.89 | |
| Median | $45,860 | $22.05 | |
| 75th | $58,030 | $27.90 | |
| 90th | $65,370 | $31.43 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Jackson, MS | $47,500 |
| Memphis, TN | $38,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for photographers.
| 15. Minnesota | $46,470 |
| 16. Maryland | $46,450 |
| 17. Hawaii | $45,960 |
| 18. Mississippi | $45,860 |
| 19. South Dakota | $45,330 |
| 20. New Hampshire | $44,780 |
| 21. Georgia | $43,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a photographer make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $22.05 ($45,860 a year).
Do photographers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
Yes: $45,860 against $44,660 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Mississippi rank for photographer pay?
Mississippi ranks 18 of 49 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays photographers the most?
Jackson, MS, with a median of $47,500 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.