Photographers Salary in Miami, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL

Median annual salary $47,720 +12.2% vs national
Median hourly $22.94
10th percentile $31,100
90th percentile $97,840
Employed locally 1,140
National median $42,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,100
    25th
    $34,260
    50th (median)
    $47,720
    75th
    $75,690
    90th
    $97,840

    Miami economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,481 2023 • Census ACS
    Photographers salary vs area income 65% Median Photographers salary is 35% 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
    Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL $45,740
    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 Miami, FL

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $63,340
    Graphic Designers $57,770
    Coaches and Scouts $47,780
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $37,080
    Interior Designers $61,820
    Producers and Directors $77,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Photographers make per hour in Miami?

    The median hourly wage for Photographers in Miami, FL is $22.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.77 or more per hour.

    Is Miami above or below average for Photographers salaries?

    The median Photographers salary in Miami, FL is 12.2% 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 Miami?

    Entry-level Photographers (10th percentile) earn around $31,100 per year in Miami, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,260.