How much does a photographer make in Washington?
$48,050a year
Median yearly pay for photographers in Washington. That is $23.10 an hour or $4,004 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.10
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,440Median: $48,050Highest 10%: $83,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,440 | $18.00 | |
| 25th | $40,690 | $19.56 | |
| Median | $48,050 | $23.10 | |
| 75th | $65,450 | $31.47 | |
| 90th | $83,200 | $40.00 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $59,220 |
| Seattle, WA | $51,790 |
| Spokane, WA | $45,690 |
| Olympia, WA | $43,550 |
| Kennewick, WA | $38,010 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for photographers.
| 6. Delaware | $50,100 |
| 7. Connecticut | $49,790 |
| 8. New Mexico | $48,090 |
| 9. Washington | $48,050 |
| 10. California | $47,840 |
| 11. Kentucky | $47,170 |
| 12. Colorado | $47,070 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a photographer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $23.10 ($48,050 a year).
Do photographers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $48,050 against $44,660 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Washington rank for photographer pay?
Washington ranks 9 of 49 states.
Which city in Washington pays photographers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $59,220 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.