Photographers Salary in Alabama
The median pay for a photographers in Alabama is $35,140/year ($16.89/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $24K at the entry level to $71K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Alabama. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $35K get you in Alabama?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Alabama
Entry-level photographers (10th percentile) start around $24K. Mid-career wages sit at $35K. Top earners bring in $71K or more, a $48K spread from bottom to top.
Photographers salary by metro in Alabama
5 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery | $54K | +53% | 30 |
| Birmingham | $38K | +8% | 120 |
| Anniston-Oxford | $35K | -1% | 40 |
| Huntsville | $34K | -4% | 90 |
| Mobile | $32K | -8% | 40 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do photographers make in Alabama?
The median is $35,140 a year, that works out to about $17 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $23,760, and experienced photographers can clear $71,340. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $35K enough to live in Alabama?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,390/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,085/month, which eats 45.4% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a photographers salary go in Alabama?
Alabama has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median photographers salary is worth about $39,769 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do photographers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.