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Photographer Salary in North Dakota

The median photographer salary in North Dakota is $36,180 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $40,200.

Median Salary

$36,180

vs National

$-4,020

State Rank

#37 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Photographer Salary in North Dakota by Experience

In North Dakota, an entry-level photographer earns around $23,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $67,500 per year. The cost of living index in North Dakota is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$23,400

$-2,600 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$37,800

$-4,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$67,500

$-7,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in North Dakota

Percentile	ND Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$21,600	$24,000	$-2,400
25th Percentile	$27,000	$30,000	$-3,000
Median (50th)	$36,180	$40,200	$-4,020
75th Percentile	$52,200	$58,000	$-5,800
90th Percentile	$73,800	$82,000	$-8,200

Photographer Salary by City in North Dakota

The largest employment areas for photographers in North Dakota include Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Minot. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Fargo, ND

$37,788

Pop. 125,990 · COL 94%

Bismarck, ND

$36,180

Pop. 73,529 · COL 90%

Grand Forks, ND

$35,376

Pop. 56,588 · COL 88%

Minot, ND

$36,984

Pop. 48,639 · COL 92%

West Fargo, ND

$37,386

Pop. 38,626 · COL 93%

How to Become a Photographer in North Dakota

Education

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

Key Skills

PhotographyLightroom/PhotoshopLightingCompositionPhoto EditingClient Management

Job Outlook in North Dakota

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