Photographers Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,580 -9.3% vs national
Median hourly $18.55
10th percentile $19,910
90th percentile $61,480
Employed locally 30
National median $42,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $19,910
    25th
    $29,040
    50th (median)
    $38,580
    75th
    $47,040
    90th
    $61,480

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $36,250
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $34,370
    Graphic Designers $49,370
    Public Relations Specialists $60,440
    Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners $47,030
    Interior Designers $59,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Photographers make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Photographers in Southern Indiana is $18.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.56 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Photographers salaries?

    The median Photographers salary in Southern Indiana is 9.3% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Photographers (10th percentile) earn around $19,910 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,040.