Photographers Salary in Lakeland, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL

Median annual salary $45,740 +7.6% vs national
Median hourly $21.99
10th percentile $28,100
90th percentile $72,230
Employed locally 70
National median $42,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,100
    25th
    $31,350
    50th (median)
    $45,740
    75th
    $60,970
    90th
    $72,230

    Lakeland economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $63,644 2023 • Census ACS
    Photographers salary vs area income 72% Median Photographers salary is 28% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Photographers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $47,720
    North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL $42,710
    Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL $41,790
    Naples-Marco Island, FL $40,390
    Flagstaff, AZ $39,800
    Florida $38,230

    Related occupations in Lakeland, FL

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $34,210
    Public Relations Specialists $59,640
    Coaches and Scouts $39,830
    Graphic Designers $51,260
    Producers and Directors $80,780
    Interior Designers $54,860

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Photographers make per hour in Lakeland?

    The median hourly wage for Photographers in Lakeland, FL is $21.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.65 or more per hour.

    Is Lakeland above or below average for Photographers salaries?

    The median Photographers salary in Lakeland, FL is 7.6% above 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 Lakeland?

    Entry-level Photographers (10th percentile) earn around $28,100 per year in Lakeland, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,350.