Photographers pay in Ohio
In Ohio, the median pay for photographers is $18.50 an hour ($38,470 a year). About 1,540 people work in this job there.
That is 14% lower than the U.S. median ($44,660). Ohio ranks 32nd of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for photographers in Ohio
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $11.38 | $23,670 |
| 25% of workers | $15.22 | $31,650 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.50 | $38,470 |
| 75% of workers | $25.57 | $53,180 |
| 90% of workers | $38.94 | $80,990 |
Photographers pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati | $43,040 | 290 |
| Cleveland | $42,090 | 290 |
| Columbus | $41,390 | 310 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $36,790 | 130 |
| Canton-Massillon | $36,580 | 60 |
| Akron | $36,100 | 80 |
| Toledo | $35,810 | 80 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (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 Ohio
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | $60,080 |
| Prepress Technicians and Workers | $47,810 |
| Art Directors | $94,390 |
| Writers and Authors | $65,930 |
| Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film | $64,860 |
| Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators | $31,780 |
| Audio and Video Technicians | $49,890 |
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