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Photographer Salary in Rochester, Minnesota

The median photographer salary in Rochester, MN is $39,396 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 1.0% above the Minnesota state average.

City Median
$39,396
vs State Avg
+$402
vs National
$-804
Cost of Living
98%

Photographer Salary in Rochester by Experience

In Rochester, an entry-level photographer earns around $25,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $73,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$25,480
$-520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$41,160
$-840 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$73,500
$-1,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rochester, MN

Percentile Rochester
10th Percentile $23,520
25th Percentile $29,400
Median (50th) $39,396
75th Percentile $56,840
90th Percentile $80,360

Photographer Salary in Other Minnesota Cities

Minneapolis, MN
$42,210
Pop. 429,954
Bloomington, MN
$41,004
Pop. 89,987
Saint Paul, MN
$40,200
Pop. 311,527
Duluth, MN
$36,180
Pop. 90,884

How to Become a Photographer in Rochester

Education

Most photographer positions require a high school diploma. Rochester and the surrounding Minnesota 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 Rochester may vary based on local industry and population growth.