Photographers pay in Minnesota
In Minnesota, the median pay for photographers is $22.34 an hour ($46,470 a year). About 730 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($44,660). Minnesota ranks 15th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for photographers in Minnesota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.74 | $36,890 |
| 25% of workers | $21.37 | $44,450 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.34 | $46,470 |
| 75% of workers | $31.27 | $65,050 |
| 90% of workers | $40.64 | $84,530 |
Photographers pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $46,960 | 520 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (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 Minnesota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | $63,860 |
| Prepress Technicians and Workers | $49,130 |
| Art Directors | $109,700 |
| Writers and Authors | $72,810 |
| Audio and Video Technicians | $53,800 |
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