Photographers Salary in Oklahoma
The median pay for a photographers in Oklahoma is $37,920/year ($18.23/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $20K at the entry level to $60K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Oklahoma. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $38K get you in Oklahoma?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Oklahoma
Entry-level photographers (10th percentile) start around $20K. Mid-career wages sit at $38K. Top earners bring in $60K or more, a $40K spread from bottom to top.
Photographers salary by metro in Oklahoma
2 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulsa | $47K | +24% | 120 |
| Oklahoma City | $36K | -5% | 160 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do photographers make in Oklahoma?
The median is $37,920 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $20,120, and experienced photographers can clear $60,320. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $38K enough to live in Oklahoma?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,600/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,081/month, which eats 41.6% 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 Oklahoma?
Oklahoma 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 $43,357 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.