Photographer Salary in Springfield, IL

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How much does a Photographer make in Springfield, IL?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Photographer in Springfield, IL is $72,668. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $55,916 to a high of $94,757, with most professionals earning between $63,899 and $84,230.

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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.

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Average Salary Range for Photographer in Springfield, IL

Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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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 Springfield, IL. The base salary for Photographer ranges from $63,899 to $84,230 with the average base salary of $72,668. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $64,612 to $87,266 with the average total cash compensation of $74,145.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $72,668 $63,899 - $84,230
Bonus $1,477 $712 - $3,036
Total Pay $74,145 $64,612 - $87,266
* 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 Springfield, IL

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Springfield, IL
CITY, STATE Normal, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,106 - $83,185 COMPARE TO Springfield, IL
CITY, STATE Bloomington, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,931 - $82,954 COMPARE TO Springfield, IL
CITY, STATE Peoria, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,629 - $83,874 COMPARE TO Springfield, IL
CITY, STATE Champaign, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,477 - $82,355 COMPARE TO Springfield, IL
CITY, STATE Florissant, MO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,756 - $85,359 COMPARE TO Springfield, IL
CITY, STATE Saint Louis, MO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,861 - $85,498 COMPARE TO Springfield, IL
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About Springfield, Illinois    Springfield is the capital of the U.S. state of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. The city's population of 116,250 as of the 2010 U.S. ....More

Springfield, Illinois  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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