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Photographers Salary Guide for Michigan

photographers working in Michigan earn an average of $43,240.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
770
Annual Mean Salary
$43,240.00
Hourly Rate
$20.79
Estimated Monthly*
$3,326.40
*Based on 40-hour work week

Michigan vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Michigan's photographers salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Michigan offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

Michigan shows a downward salary trend for photographers, falling below the national average. This suggests challenges in the local job market for professionals in the field.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for photographers can vary significantly within Michigan. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Detroit-Warren-Dearborn

Annual Mean Salary
$46,580.00
Hourly Rate
$22.40
Employment
340 professionals
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Ann Arbor

Annual Mean Salary
$42,500.00
Hourly Rate
$20.43
Employment
60 professionals
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Grand Rapids-Wyoming

Annual Mean Salary
$42,030.00
Hourly Rate
$20.21
Employment
70 professionals
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Lansing-East Lansing

Annual Mean Salary
$41,690.00
Hourly Rate
$20.04
Employment
40 professionals
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Northwest Lower Peninsula of Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$39,040.00
Hourly Rate
$18.77
Employment
40 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.