How much does a Photographer make in Wichita, KS?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Photographer in Wichita, KS is $69,324. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $53,416 to a high of $90,529, with most professionals earning between $60,997 and $80,424.

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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 Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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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 Wichita, KS. The base salary for Photographer ranges from $60,997 to $80,424 with the average base salary of $69,324. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $61,675 to $83,316 with the average total cash compensation of $70,731.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $69,324 $60,997 - $80,424
Bonus $1,406 $678 - $2,892
Total Pay $70,731 $61,675 - $83,316
* 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.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Wichita, KS
CITY, STATE Hutchinson, KS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,337 - $79,554 COMPARE TO Wichita, KS
CITY, STATE Salina, KS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,337 - $79,554 COMPARE TO Wichita, KS
CITY, STATE Enid, OK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,678 - $78,684 COMPARE TO Wichita, KS
CITY, STATE Bartlesville, OK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,439 - $81,007 COMPARE TO Wichita, KS
CITY, STATE Stillwater, OK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,678 - $78,684 COMPARE TO Wichita, KS
CITY, STATE Manhattan, KS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,559 - $78,528 COMPARE TO Wichita, KS
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Biomedical Photographer LOCATION Wichita, KS MINIMUM SALARY $51,883 MAXIMUM SALARY $66,367
JOB TITLE Photographer, Scientific LOCATION Wichita, KS MINIMUM SALARY $40,208 MAXIMUM SALARY $61,981
JOB TITLE Photographer And Photographer Assistant LOCATION Wichita, KS MINIMUM SALARY $51,409 MAXIMUM SALARY $62,965
JOB TITLE Photographer II LOCATION Wichita, KS MINIMUM SALARY $53,899 MAXIMUM SALARY $71,210
JOB TITLE Photographer I LOCATION Wichita, KS MINIMUM SALARY $47,528 MAXIMUM SALARY $58,211
JOB TITLE Photographer III LOCATION Wichita, KS MINIMUM SALARY $70,094 MAXIMUM SALARY $92,402
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About Wichita, Kansas    Downtown Wichita is at 37°41′20″N 97°20′10″W / 37.68889°N 97.33611°W / 37.68889; -97.33611 (37.688888, −97.336111), at an elevation of 1,299 feet (....More

Wichita, Kansas  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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