Photographers pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for photographers is $22.63 an hour ($47,070 a year). About 1,140 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($44,660). Colorado ranks 12th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for photographers in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.52 | $36,440 |
| 25% of workers | $18.62 | $38,730 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.63 | $47,070 |
| 75% of workers | $33.65 | $69,990 |
| 90% of workers | $44.33 | $92,200 |
Photographers pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $62,550 | 70 |
| Boulder | $60,930 | 60 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $47,340 | 620 |
| Colorado Springs | $42,110 | 120 |
| Greeley | $42,020 | 40 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for photographers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -0.7% over ten years, little or no change · about 10,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Colorado
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | $66,330 |
| Writers and Authors | $76,830 |
| Art Directors | $99,990 |
| Audio and Video Technicians | $56,790 |
| Broadcast Technicians | $74,040 |
| Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other | $86,370 |
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