Media & Communications Maryland (MD) Rank #9 of 50

Photographer Salary in Maryland

The median photographer salary in Maryland is $44,220 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median of $40,200.

Median Salary

$44,220

vs National

+$4,020

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Photographer Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level photographer earns around $28,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $82,500 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$28,600

+$2,600 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$46,200

+$4,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$82,500

+$7,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$26,400	$24,000	+$2,400
25th Percentile	$33,000	$30,000	+$3,000
Median (50th)	$44,220	$40,200	+$4,020
75th Percentile	$63,800	$58,000	+$5,800
90th Percentile	$90,200	$82,000	+$8,200

Photographer Salary by City in Maryland

The largest employment areas for photographers in Maryland include Baltimore, Columbia, Silver Spring, and Germantown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Baltimore, MD

$43,416

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$47,436

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$49,044

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$46,230

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$42,210

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Photographer in Maryland

Education

Most photographer positions require a high school diploma. Maryland has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PhotographyLightroom/PhotoshopLightingCompositionPhoto EditingClient Management

Job Outlook in Maryland

Nationally, photographer employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Maryland's demand may vary based on local industry trends.