Photographers Salary in Southwest Missouri

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

Median annual salary $30,900 -27.3% vs national
Median hourly $14.86
10th percentile $28,730
90th percentile $63,190
Employed locally 50
National median $42,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,730
    25th
    $30,880
    50th (median)
    $30,900
    75th
    $35,570
    90th
    $63,190

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $43,840
    Graphic Designers $44,890
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $34,210
    Set and Exhibit Designers $35,920
    Audio and Video Technicians $43,860
    Coaches and Scouts $36,260

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Photographers make per hour in Southwest Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Photographers in Southwest Missouri is $14.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.14 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Missouri above or below average for Photographers salaries?

    The median Photographers salary in Southwest Missouri is 27.3% 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 Southwest Missouri?

    Entry-level Photographers (10th percentile) earn around $28,730 per year in Southwest Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,880.