Photographers Salary in District of Columbia

BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • District of Columbia

Photographers in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $56,340 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +32.5% vs the national median of $42,520. An estimated 870 photographers are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $56,340 to $56,340 depending on location.

$56,340 Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$56,340 Highest paying metro
$56,340 Lowest paying metro
870 Employed in District of Columbia

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      Metro areaMedian salary25th pct75th pctEmployed
      Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV$56,340$39,060$107,270870

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