Photographers pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for photographers is $18.25 an hour ($37,950 a year). About 780 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($44,660). Tennessee ranks 34th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for photographers in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.86 | $28,820 |
| 25% of workers | $15.76 | $32,780 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.25 | $37,950 |
| 75% of workers | $24.78 | $51,540 |
| 90% of workers | $32.24 | $67,060 |
Photographers pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $44,480 | 240 |
| Memphis | $38,510 | 110 |
| Knoxville | $36,240 | 100 |
| Chattanooga | $33,600 | 50 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | $57,270 |
| Writers and Authors | $58,870 |
| Art Directors | $89,860 |
| Prepress Technicians and Workers | $47,790 |
| Film and Video Editors | $57,880 |
| Audio and Video Technicians | $49,970 |
| Sound Engineering Technicians | $60,500 |
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