How much does a photographer make in Richmond?
$46,420a year
Median yearly pay for photographers in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $22.32 an hour or $3,868 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.32
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 52 of 175
- Jobs in the area
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,260Median: $46,420Highest 10%: $99,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,260 | $15.03 | |
| 25th | $36,750 | $17.67 | |
| Median | $46,420 | $22.32 | |
| 75th | $57,390 | $27.59 | |
| 90th | $99,990 | $48.07 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for photographers.
| Washington, DC | $54,530 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $44,290 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $42,210 |
| Roanoke, VA | $39,710 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Musician and Singer | $114,400 |
| Art Director | $99,610 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $89,360 |
| Technical Writer | $79,200 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $78,030 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $75,730 |
| Writer and Author | $74,300 |
| Editor | $70,380 |
| Graphic Designer | $66,350 |
| Fine Artist | $62,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a photographer make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $22.32 ($46,420 a year).
Do photographers make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $46,420 against $44,660 nationally, 4% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $46,550, so Richmond pays 0% more.
Where does Richmond rank for photographer pay?
52 of 175 metro areas with data.
How much does a photographer make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,260 or less a year; the top 10% make $99,990 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.