Chief Photographer Salary in Washington, DC

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How much does a Chief Photographer make in Washington, DC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Chief Photographer in Washington, DC is $58,315. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $44,250 to a high of $76,666, with most professionals earning between $50,953 and $67,921.

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Average Salary Range for Chief Photographer in Washington, DC

Average Base Salary

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50953
67921
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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51263
68633
58761
What is the average salary for Chief Photographer in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Photographer in Washington, DC. The base salary for Chief Photographer ranges from $50,953 to $67,921 with the average base salary of $58,315. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $51,263 to $68,633 with the average total cash compensation of $58,761.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $58,315 $50,953 - $67,921
Bonus $446 $310 - $712
Total Pay $58,761 $51,263 - $68,633
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Chief Photographer Salary Near Washington, DC

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Arlington, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,953 - $67,921 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
CITY, STATE Alexandria, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,953 - $67,921 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
CITY, STATE Annandale, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,953 - $67,921 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
CITY, STATE Bowie, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,847 - $67,780 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,953 - $67,921 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,953 - $67,921 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
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About Washington, District of Columbia    Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More

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