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Photographers average salary by city in Virginia
- Richmond$53,510
- Charlottesville$51,890
- Virginia Beach$48,200
- Roanoke$45,620
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond | $53,510 | $46,420 | $36,750 | $42,913 | 98 |
| Charlottesville | $51,890 | $44,290 | $36,500 | $41,704 | 99 |
| Virginia Beach | $48,200 | $42,210 | $35,380 | $38,951 | 98 |
| Roanoke | $45,620 | $39,710 | $34,530 | $37,027 | 94 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 27-4021.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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