Photographer Salary in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

How much does a Photographer make in Pittsburgh, PA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Photographer in Pittsburgh, PA is $73,792. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $56,780 to a high of $96,222, with most professionals earning between $64,887 and $85,533.

Search Photographer Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

Develop a Job description

Pay Equity

2024 Compensation Trend

Benefits Consulting

Salary range for a Photographer

$64,887 to $85,533

Employers: Find Surveys For This Job

Employers: Price Your Company Jobs

View Average Salary for United States
Adjust Photographer Salary:
Select State
Select City in PA
Choose Similar Job
Pick Related Category
View Cost of Living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Facing Salary Structure Challenges? Let Our Expert Guide You

The job market is increasingly challenging. Our whitepaper, Navigating the Challenges of Creating Salary Structures, offers guidance on creating salary structures. Provide your phone number and work email to download the full version.

We will handle your contact details in line with our Privacy Policy. If you prefer not to receive marketing emails from Salary.com, you can opt-out out of marketing communications at any time by clicking unsubscribe.

What is a Photographer?

A Photographer is responsible for capturing and creating visual images using various types of equipment, such as cameras and lighting. They work with clients to understand their needs and preferences, and then use their artistic and technical skills to produce high-quality photographs. Photographers may specialize in a particular area, such as portrait, wedding, fashion, or commercial photography, and may work in a studio or on location. They also edit and retouch images to enhance their quality and may be responsible for managing their own business, including marketing, client communication, and financial management. Overall, photographers play a crucial role in preserving memories, documenting events, and creating visual content for a wide range of purposes.

See user submitted job responsibilities for Photographer.

Search Photographer Job Openings

Job Openings for Photographer in Pittsburgh, PA

What does a Photographer do?

Common responsibilities of a Photographer

Edit and retouch photos to enhance their visual appeal and meet client specifications.

September 22, 2023

Collaborate with clients to understand their vision and requirements for each project.

September 28, 2023

Adhere to deadlines and deliver high-quality images within agreed-upon timelines.

October 01, 2023

Manage and organize digital files and prints to ensure they are easily accessible and secure.

October 17, 2023

Plan and execute photo shoots, including selecting locations, arranging props, and coordinating with clients or models.

October 30, 2023

Manage and maintain photography equipment, including cameras, lenses, lighting, and accessories.

November 04, 2023

Capture and create high-quality images using various photography techniques and equipment.

November 06, 2023

Stay updated on the latest photography trends, techniques, and equipment to continuously improve skills and knowledge.

November 15, 2023

Market and promote photography services through social media, websites, and networking to attract new clients.

November 23, 2023

Organize and maintain a portfolio of work to showcase skills and attract potential clients.

November 25, 2023

Submit Other Responsibilities

Not the job you're looking for? Search more salaries here:

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about

Photographer Salary By Experience Levels in Pittsburgh, PA

How much should you be earning in Photographer in Pittsburgh, PA based on your current experience?

Tell us how much experience you have and see an estimate of earnings and view how different experience leavels impact potential pay for Photographer in Pittsburgh, PA

RELEVANT JOB EXPERIENCE

Length of experience is a pay differentiator. Those with greater experience may have an advantage in negotiating salary. For those with less experience, other factors such as education or special skills could impact your pay. Please visit Professional Salary Report for more details.

Photographer Salary By Level of Education in Pittsburgh, PA

Do you know how much should you be paid for a Photographer position in Pittsburgh, PA based on your education level?

Tell us about your education and see an estimate of earnings for Photographer in Pittsburgh, PA and well to know the impact of education on future careers.

LEVEL OF EDUCATION

Depending on the job, educational levels may have a significant impact on pay levels. Be informed and understand how things like education and certifications can help to increase potential earnings for the career you are interested in. Please visit Professional Salary Report for more details.

Average Salary Range for Photographer in Pittsburgh, PA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

64887

85533

73792

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

65611

88616

75292

What is the average salary for Photographer in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Photographer in Pittsburgh, PA. The base salary for Photographer ranges from $64,887 to $85,533 with the average base salary of $73,792. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $65,611 to $88,616 with the average total cash compensation of $75,292.

View Average Salary for Photographer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$73,792	$64,887 - $85,533
Bonus	$1,500	$723 - $3,083
Total Pay	$75,292	$65,611 - $88,616

* 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.

Photographer Salary Near Pittsburgh, PA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Pittsburgh, PA
CITY, STATE Greensburg, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,855 - $82,854	COMPARE TO Pittsburgh, PA
CITY, STATE Weirton, WV	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,221 - $84,655	COMPARE TO Pittsburgh, PA
CITY, STATE Wheeling, WV	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,492 - $85,012	COMPARE TO Pittsburgh, PA
CITY, STATE Morgantown, WV	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,492 - $85,012	COMPARE TO Pittsburgh, PA
CITY, STATE Youngstown, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,042 - $81,781	COMPARE TO Pittsburgh, PA
CITY, STATE Johnstown, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,843 - $80,201	COMPARE TO Pittsburgh, PA

See salaries for Photographer in locations close to Pittsburgh, PA. Pay for the same job may vary based on the location and on the location and on other factors such as the size of company, the industry, and other local conditions.

About Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh (/ˈpɪtsbɜːrɡ/ PITS-burg) is a city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the United States, and is the county seat of Allegheny County. As of 2018, a population of 308,144 lives within the city limits, making it the 63rd-largest city in the U.S. The metropolitan population of 2,362,453, is the largest in both the Ohio Valley and Appalachia, the second-largest in Pennsylvania (behind Philadelphia), and the 26th-largest in the U.S. Pittsburgh is located in the south west of the state, at the confluence of the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio rivers. Pittsburgh is known both as "the ...

Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia

View Salary for Similar Jobs to Photographer in Pittsburgh, PA

See Additional Similar Jobs

Loading results...

JOB TITLE	LOCATION	MINIMUM SALARY	MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Biomedical Photographer	LOCATION Pittsburgh, PA	MINIMUM SALARY $58,094	MAXIMUM SALARY $70,312
JOB TITLE Photographer, Scientific	LOCATION Pittsburgh, PA	MINIMUM SALARY $42,764	MAXIMUM SALARY $65,921
JOB TITLE Photographer And Photographer Assistant	LOCATION Pittsburgh, PA	MINIMUM SALARY $53,253	MAXIMUM SALARY $65,258
JOB TITLE Photographer II	LOCATION Pittsburgh, PA	MINIMUM SALARY $64,096	MAXIMUM SALARY $84,497
JOB TITLE Photographer I	LOCATION Pittsburgh, PA	MINIMUM SALARY $52,454	MAXIMUM SALARY $64,279
JOB TITLE Photographer III	LOCATION Pittsburgh, PA	MINIMUM SALARY $83,015	MAXIMUM SALARY $114,471

The Photographer job could be listed using titles that are not exactly the same, but actually are for the same or very similar job. Here are some job titles in Pittsburgh, PA that might be a good fit for the type of job and salary you are looking for.

Discover how your pay is adjusted for skills, experience, and other factors

How much should you be paid?

For a real-time salary target, tell us more about your role in the four categories below.