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Photographer Salary in Newark, Delaware

The median photographer salary in Newark, DE is $41,004 per year, which is 2.0% above the national median and 1.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$41,004
vs State Avg
+$402
vs National
+$804
Cost of Living
102%

Photographer Salary in Newark by Experience

In Newark, an entry-level photographer earns around $26,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $76,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$26,520
+$520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$42,840
+$840 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$76,500
+$1,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Newark, DE

Percentile Newark
10th Percentile $24,480
25th Percentile $30,600
Median (50th) $41,004
75th Percentile $59,160
90th Percentile $83,640

Photographer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$42,210
Pop. 70,898
Bear, DE
$39,798
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$39,396
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$38,592
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Photographer in Newark

Education

Most photographer positions require a high school diploma. Newark and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PhotographyLightroom/PhotoshopLightingCompositionPhoto EditingClient Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, photographer employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Newark may vary based on local industry and population growth.