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Photographers Salary in District of Columbia

Photographers in District of Columbia earn a median of $110,970 a year, +148% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$110,970
vs. U.S. median
+148% ($44,660)
Rank among states
1 of 49
Jobs in the state
260

Pay range in District of Columbia

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,080; the top 10% earn over $148,360. Nationally the range is $30,820 to $91,810.

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How much do photographers make in District of Columbia?

The median is $110,970 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,080 and the top 10% earn over $148,360. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is District of Columbia a good state for photographers?

On pay alone it ranks 1 of 49 (+148% vs. the national median of $44,660). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses