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Photographer salary in Michigan, 2026

How much does a Photographer make in Michigan?

Average base salary

$19.51
same
as national average
Average $19.51
Low $12.48
High $44.36

The average salary for a photographer is $19.51 per hour in Michigan. 252 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 7, 2026).

Photographer job openings in Michigan

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Newborn Photographer - Mercy H...
WelcomeNewborn4.1out of 5 stars.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15 - $25 an hour
Part-time
3 days ago

Highest paying companies for Photographer in Michigan

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
SmartShoot
 
$239,200per year
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Confidential
 
$203,273per year
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MVP
 
$176,800per year
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Mike Staff Productions
 
$149,500per year
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Complete Weddings + Events
 
$130,000per year
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Fluor Corp.
 
$115,700per year
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Highest paying cities for Photographers near Michigan

  1. Detroit, MI
    $27.09 per hour
  2. Grand Rapids, MI
    $22.83 per hour
  3. Ferndale, MI
    $21.90 per hour
  4. Troy, MI
    $21.02 per hour
  5. Ann Arbor, MI
    $20.88 per hour

Where can a Photographer earn more?

Compare salaries for Photographers in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Photographer get paid in Michigan?

Junior Photographer

Job openings
Average $25.58 per hour

Senior Photographer

Job openings
Average $19.10 per hour