Photographers pay in Connecticut
In Connecticut, the median pay for photographers is $23.94 an hour ($49,790 a year). About 630 people work in this job there.
That is 11% higher than the U.S. median ($44,660). Connecticut ranks 7th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for photographers in Connecticut
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.35 | $34,010 |
| 25% of workers | $21.30 | $44,300 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.94 | $49,790 |
| 75% of workers | $33.52 | $69,730 |
| 90% of workers | $38.40 | $79,880 |
Photographers pay in Connecticut metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $54,260 | 160 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $51,410 | 160 |
| New Haven | $51,000 | 100 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $46,880 | 70 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $46,540 | 50 |
Connecticut unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Connecticut
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | $72,700 |
| Art Directors | $71,900 |
| Film and Video Editors | $83,550 |
| Audio and Video Technicians | $62,120 |
| Broadcast Technicians | $58,930 |
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