Photographers Salary in Washington
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • Washington
Photographers in Washington earn a median salary of $43,628 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, +2.6% vs the national median of $42,520. An estimated 1,960 photographers are employed across Washington, with salaries ranging from $36,830 to $56,340 depending on location.
$43,628
Avg median salary in Washington
$56,340
Highest paying metro
$36,830
Lowest paying metro
1,960
Employed in Washington
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Photographers salaries by city in Washington
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV | $56,340 | $39,060 | $107,270 | 870 |
| Seattle, WA | $48,110 | $38,960 | $65,670 | 820 |
| Bellingham, WA | $43,560 | $35,690 | $60,270 | 30 |
| Olympia, WA | $38,920 | $35,690 | $62,720 | 40 |
| Kennewick, WA | $38,010 | $36,440 | $46,100 | 30 |
| Spokane, WA | $36,830 | $35,170 | $45,550 | 170 |