Photographers Salary in East Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $33,230 -21.8% vs national
Median hourly $15.98
10th percentile $27,840
90th percentile $45,320
Employed locally 200
National median $42,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,840
    25th
    $28,680
    50th (median)
    $33,230
    75th
    $35,700
    90th
    $45,320

    Top-paying metros for Photographers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $110,530
    Rochester, MN $78,870
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $75,070
    Bend, OR $72,760
    Springfield, MA $64,880
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $63,340

    Related occupations in East Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $31,570
    Coaches and Scouts $36,380
    Graphic Designers $46,610
    Public Relations Specialists $44,910
    Floral Designers $34,410
    Producers and Directors $47,570

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Photographers make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Photographers in East Tennessee is $15.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.07 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for Photographers salaries?

    The median Photographers salary in East Tennessee is 21.8% below the national median of $42,520. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Photographers in East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Photographers (10th percentile) earn around $27,840 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,680.