Professional Photographer Salary in Phoenix, AZ

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How much does a Professional Photographer make in Phoenix, AZ?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Professional Photographer in Phoenix, AZ is $91,792. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $76,734 to a high of $140,145, with most professionals earning between $83,910 and $117,102.

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Average Salary Range for Professional Photographer in Phoenix, AZ

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What is the average salary for Professional Photographer in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Professional Photographer in Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Professional Photographer ranges from $83,910 to $117,102 with the average base salary of $91,792. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $85,747 to $123,401 with the average total cash compensation of $95,014.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $91,792 $83,910 - $117,102
Bonus $3,222 $1,837 - $6,299
Total Pay $95,014 $85,747 - $123,401
* 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.

Professional Photographer Salary Near Phoenix, AZ

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Glendale, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,910 - $117,102 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ 0%
CITY, STATE Peoria, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,740 - $116,865 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Tempe, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,927 - $117,125 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Sun City, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,570 - $116,627 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Scottsdale, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,927 - $117,125 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Avondale, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,680 - $116,782 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
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About Phoenix, Arizona    Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

Phoenix, Arizona  area prices were up 2.2% from a year ago

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