Photographers Salary in Southwest Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,010 +1.2% vs national
Median hourly $20.68
10th percentile $35,610
90th percentile $67,820
Employed locally 40
National median $42,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,610
    25th
    $35,610
    50th (median)
    $43,010
    75th
    $62,760
    90th
    $67,820

    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 Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$47,430
    Public Relations Specialists$53,440
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$36,720
    Graphic Designers$50,220
    Floral Designers$31,790
    Editors$45,690

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Photographers make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Photographers in Southwest Maine is $20.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.21 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine above or below average for Photographers salaries?

    The median Photographers salary in Southwest Maine is 1.2% 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 Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Photographers (10th percentile) earn around $35,610 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,610.