Photographers pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for photographers is $20.22 an hour ($42,060 a year). About 850 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($44,660). Wisconsin ranks 23rd of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for photographers in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.16 | $31,540 |
| 25% of workers | $17.84 | $37,110 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.22 | $42,060 |
| 75% of workers | $27.38 | $56,940 |
| 90% of workers | $38.73 | $80,550 |
Photographers pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $47,300 | 30 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $44,940 | 300 |
| Madison | $43,040 | 160 |
| Green Bay | $38,080 | 80 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Wisconsin
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | $59,900 |
| Prepress Technicians and Workers | $48,410 |
| Art Directors | $81,130 |
| Writers and Authors | $64,370 |
| Audio and Video Technicians | $51,390 |
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