Photographers Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Virginia
Photographers in Virginia earn a median salary of $37,390 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -12.1% vs the national median of $42,520. An estimated 810 photographers are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $34,110 to $43,580 depending on location.
$37,390
Avg median salary in Virginia
$43,580
Highest paying metro
$34,110
Lowest paying metro
810
Employed in Virginia
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inPhotographers salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | $43,580 | $32,940 | $60,670 | 270 |
| Roanoke, VA | $37,800 | $31,930 | $47,020 | 70 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $35,990 | $31,880 | $49,100 | 70 |
| West Virginia | $35,470 | $29,070 | $38,700 | 120 |
| Virginia Beach, VA-NC | $34,110 | $33,430 | $47,680 | 280 |