Photographers pay in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the median pay for photographers is $27.88 an hour ($57,990 a year). About 830 people work in this job there.
That is 30% higher than the U.S. median ($44,660). Massachusetts ranks 3rd of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for photographers in Massachusetts
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.50 | $38,480 |
| 25% of workers | $20.87 | $43,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.88 | $57,990 |
| 75% of workers | $47.35 | $98,490 |
| 90% of workers | $54.21 | $112,760 |
Photographers pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield | $60,430 | 40 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $55,020 | 670 |
| Worcester | $50,170 | 60 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Massachusetts
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | $76,710 |
| Art Directors | $149,320 |
| Writers and Authors | $85,260 |
| Film and Video Editors | $92,130 |
| Broadcast Technicians | $47,260 |
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