Photographers Salary in Southeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $20,890 -50.9% vs national
Median hourly $10.05
10th percentile $15,080
90th percentile $63,090
Employed locally 50
National median $42,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $15,080
    25th
    $15,080
    50th (median)
    $20,890
    75th
    $37,280
    90th
    $63,090

    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 Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $36,380
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $36,390
    Public Relations Specialists $48,590
    Graphic Designers $45,850
    Commercial and Industrial Designers $74,960
    News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists $37,900

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Photographers make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Photographers in Southeast Iowa is $10.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.39 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Photographers salaries?

    The median Photographers salary in Southeast Iowa is 50.9% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Photographers (10th percentile) earn around $15,080 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $15,080.