Photographers Salary in Northwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,250 +13.5% vs national
Median hourly $23.20
10th percentile $32,160
90th percentile $69,300
Employed locally 60
National median $42,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,160
    25th
    $37,750
    50th (median)
    $48,250
    75th
    $49,990
    90th
    $69,300

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Interior Designers $65,540
    Coaches and Scouts $47,820
    Graphic Designers $59,460
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $43,260
    Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials $66,570
    Floral Designers $45,620

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Photographers make per hour in Northwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Photographers in Northwest Colorado is $23.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.41 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Colorado above or below average for Photographers salaries?

    The median Photographers salary in Northwest Colorado is 13.5% 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Photographers (10th percentile) earn around $32,160 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,750.