How much does a photographer make in Virginia?
$46,550a year
Median yearly pay for photographers in Virginia. That is $22.38 an hour or $3,879 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.38
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $46,550Highest 10%: $91,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $35,640 | $17.13 | |
| Median | $46,550 | $22.38 | |
| 75th | $55,800 | $26.83 | |
| 90th | $91,060 | $43.78 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $54,530 |
| Richmond, VA | $46,420 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $44,290 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $42,210 |
| Roanoke, VA | $39,710 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for photographers.
| 11. Kentucky | $47,170 |
| 12. Colorado | $47,070 |
| 13. Maine | $46,680 |
| 14. Virginia | $46,550 |
| 15. Minnesota | $46,470 |
| 16. Maryland | $46,450 |
| 17. Hawaii | $45,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a photographer make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $22.38 ($46,550 a year).
Do photographers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $46,550 against $44,660 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Virginia rank for photographer pay?
Virginia ranks 14 of 49 states.
Which city in Virginia pays photographers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $54,530 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.