As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for Fashion Photographer in the US is $63,922, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,229 weekly, or $5,327 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Fashion Photographer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Fashion Photographer in the US vary widely, spanning from $56,137 to $79,535. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,847) and 75th percentile ($72,095), while top earners (90th percentile) make $79,535 per year. This $12,248 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Early Childhood Education, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Fashion Photographer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 32 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Business Services to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Fashion Photographer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Fashion Photographer Salary $56,137 US August 01, 2025
25th Percentile Fashion Photographer Salary $59,847 US August 01, 2025
50th Percentile Fashion Photographer Salary $63,922 US August 01, 2025
75th Percentile Fashion Photographer Salary $72,095 US August 01, 2025
90th Percentile Fashion Photographer Salary $79,535 US August 01, 2025
25% $59,847 10% $56,137 90% $79,535 75% $72,095 $63,922 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Fashion Photographer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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