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Photographers average salary by city in Washington
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $61,000 | $51,790 | $44,350 | $51,194 | 111 |
| Olympia | $54,220 | $43,550 | $37,590 | $45,746 | 104 |
| Spokane | $47,070 | $45,690 | $37,440 | $40,001 | 100 |
| Kennewick | $45,400 | $38,010 | $36,440 | $38,659 | 100 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Washington has no state income tax; Washington's WA Cares (0.58%) and Paid Family and Medical Leave payroll premiums are not included. 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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