Photographers Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,200 -14.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.40
10th percentile $23,510
90th percentile $70,630
Employed locally 60
National median $42,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,510
    25th
    $31,340
    50th (median)
    $36,200
    75th
    $51,780
    90th
    $70,630

    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 Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$34,250
    Public Relations Specialists$48,860
    Coaches and Scouts$40,540
    Interpreters and Translators$44,230
    Floral Designers$28,440
    Interior Designers$53,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Photographers make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Photographers in Eastern North Carolina is $17.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.43 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Photographers salaries?

    The median Photographers salary in Eastern North Carolina is 14.9% 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 Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Photographers (10th percentile) earn around $23,510 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,340.