Photographers Salary in Lancaster, PA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Lancaster, PA

Median annual salary $41,690 -2% vs national
Median hourly $20.04
10th percentile $31,250
90th percentile $65,470
Employed locally 140
National median $42,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,250
    25th
    $36,640
    50th (median)
    $41,690
    75th
    $57,500
    90th
    $65,470

    Lancaster economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $83,703 2023 • Census ACS
    Photographers salary vs area income 50% Median Photographers salary is 50% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Photographers make per hour in Lancaster?

    The median hourly wage for Photographers in Lancaster, PA is $20.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.22 or more per hour.

    Is Lancaster above or below average for Photographers salaries?

    The median Photographers salary in Lancaster, PA is 2% 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 Lancaster?

    Entry-level Photographers (10th percentile) earn around $31,250 per year in Lancaster, PA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,640.