What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Photographer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Entry Level Photographer?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Entry Level Photographer roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Entry Level Photographer's salary?

An Entry Level Photographer's salary grows with experience: a Entry Level Photographer (0-2 years)earns $60,861, a Photographer II (2-4 years)earns $72,930, a Photographer III (4-7 years)earns $89,686, a Photography Studio Manager (7+ years)earns $111,172,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Photographer?

Entry Level Photographer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Photographer roles are District of Columbia $66,214, California $65,963, Massachusetts $65,084. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Photographer roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Photographer level roles vary by specialization: Entry Level Actuary: $80,901; Entry Level Auditor: $67,701; Entry Level LPN: $65,827; Entry Level Animator: $63,503; Entry Level Copywriter: $63,501.

Entry Level Photographer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Entry Level Photographer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Photographer in Delaware is $60,563 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Entry Level Photographer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,018
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,265 to $67,606
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,353

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Entry Level Photographer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,606	$5,634	$1,300	$33
Average	$60,563	$5,047	$1,165	$29
25th Percentile	$56,265	$4,689	$1,082	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Photographer Salaries

An Entry Level Photographer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Entry Level Photographer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Entry Level Photographers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,214.
California: $65,963.
Massachusetts: $65,084.

District of Columbia $66,214 California $65,963 Massachusetts $65,084 Washington $64,845 New Jersey $64,821 Alaska $64,737 Connecticut $63,912 New York $63,577

Hawaii $62,507 Rhode Island $62,004 Maryland $61,663 Minnesota $61,197 Colorado $61,017 Illinois $60,958 Oregon $60,730 Delaware $60,563

New Hampshire $60,458 Virginia $60,222 Pennsylvania $59,534 Nevada $59,187 North Dakota $59,074 Michigan $58,894 Wisconsin $58,829 Vermont $58,697

Texas $58,332 Maine $58,308 Arizona $58,272 Ohio $58,231 Georgia $57,680 Indiana $57,405 Wyoming $57,351 Utah $57,268

Iowa $57,232 Kansas $56,945 Louisiana $56,861 North Carolina $56,831 Missouri $56,819 Florida $56,586 Montana $56,460 Nebraska $56,341

Kentucky $56,275 South Carolina $56,036 Tennessee $55,886 Idaho $55,826 New Mexico $55,390 Oklahoma $55,294 Alabama $54,941 South Dakota $54,349

Arkansas $54,026 West Virginia $53,853 Mississippi $53,333

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Photographers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $60,290
Little Creek: $60,732
Magnolia: $60,644

Lincoln, DE $60,290 Little Creek, DE $60,732 Magnolia, DE $60,644 Milford, DE $60,443 Marydel, DE $60,543 Millsboro, DE $60,037 Millville, DE $60,130 Milton, DE $60,234

Nassau, DE $60,278 Ocean View, DE $60,120 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,235 Seaford, DE $60,269 Selbyville, DE $60,020 Smyrna, DE $60,773 Viola, DE $60,494 Woodside, DE $60,656

Bear, DE $60,516 Newark, DE $60,494 Claymont, DE $60,617 Delaware City, DE $60,554 Hockessin, DE $60,488 Kirkwood, DE $60,543 Middletown, DE $60,566 Montchanin, DE $60,502

New Castle, DE $60,511 Odessa, DE $60,596 Port Penn, DE $60,636 Rockland, DE $60,508 Saint Georges, DE $60,547 Townsend, DE $60,640 Winterthur, DE $60,515 Lewes, DE $60,257

Wilmington, DE $60,491 Dover, DE $60,732 Dover Afb, DE $60,412 Bethany Beach, DE $60,056 Bethel, DE $60,119 Bridgeville, DE $60,260 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,561 Cheswold, DE $60,712

Clayton, DE $60,714 Dagsboro, DE $60,015 Delmar, DE $59,918 Ellendale, DE $60,100 Felton, DE $60,439 Fenwick Island, DE $60,028 Frankford, DE $59,923 Frederica, DE $60,498

Georgetown, DE $59,992 Greenwood, DE $60,270 Harbeson, DE $60,056 Harrington, DE $60,362 Hartly, DE $60,550 Houston, DE $60,276 Kenton, DE $60,717 Laurel, DE $59,956

Yorklyn, DE $60,506

Entry Level Photographer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Entry Level Photographer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 53% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Entry Level Photographer positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Entry Level Photographer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Entry Level Photographer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$75,704	$36.0	25%
Biotechnology	$72,675	$35.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$71,464	$34.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$69,647	$33.0	15%
Chemicals	$66,619	$32.0	10%

Entry Level Photographer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Photographer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$56,265

Average $60,563/year

$67,606

$4,689

Average $5,047/month

$5,634

$1,082

Average $1,165/week

$1,300

$27

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,606	$5,634	$1,300	$33
Average	$60,563	$5,047	$1,165	$29
25th Percentile	$56,265	$4,689	$1,082	$27

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