Photographers pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for photographers is $23.10 an hour ($48,050 a year). About 960 people work in this job there.
That is 8% higher than the U.S. median ($44,660). Washington ranks 9th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for photographers in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.00 | $37,440 |
| 25% of workers | $19.56 | $40,690 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.10 | $48,050 |
| 75% of workers | $31.46 | $65,450 |
| 90% of workers | $40.00 | $83,200 |
Photographers pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $51,790 | 550 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $45,690 | 170 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $43,550 | 40 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $38,010 | 30 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | $72,710 |
| Special Effects Artists and Animators | $133,480 |
| Writers and Authors | $85,700 |
| Art Directors | $121,170 |
| Audio and Video Technicians | $69,270 |
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