Media & Communications Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Photographer Salary in Ohio

The median photographer salary in Ohio 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

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Photographer Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level photographer earns around $23,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $67,500 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio 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 Ohio

Percentile	OH 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 Ohio

The largest employment areas for photographers in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$38,190

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$34,572

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$36,180

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$32,964

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$33,768

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Photographer in Ohio

Education

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

Key Skills

PhotographyLightroom/PhotoshopLightingCompositionPhoto EditingClient Management

Job Outlook in Ohio

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