Photographers Salary in Wisconsin
The median pay for a photographers in Wisconsin is $39,440/year ($18.96/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $31K at the entry level to $80K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Wisconsin. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $39K get you in Wisconsin?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Wisconsin
Entry-level photographers (10th percentile) start around $31K. Mid-career wages sit at $39K. Top earners bring in $80K or more, a $49K spread from bottom to top.
Photographers salary by metro in Wisconsin
4 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison | $40K | +2% | 170 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $40K | +1% | 440 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $40K | +0% | 30 |
| Green Bay | $37K | -7% | 80 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do photographers make in Wisconsin?
The median is $39,440 a year, that works out to about $19 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $30,720, and experienced photographers can clear $79,690. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $39K enough to live in Wisconsin?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,722/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,202/month, which eats 44.2% 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 Wisconsin?
Wisconsin 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 $41,811 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.