How much does a Photographer earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Photographer in Australia ranges from AUD 118,000 to AUD 139,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 520 job listings

Salary Guide

Photographer Salary in Australia

Based on 520 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$118,000 - $139,000

Median salary

$118,000 - $139,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$71K

25th percentile$89K

Median$118K

75th percentile$139K

90th percentile$160K

50% of professionals earn between $89,000 - $139,000 AUD

The median salary is $118,000

Top cities

Brisbane87 job openings

Melbourne80 job openings

Sydney62 job openings

Adelaide27 job openings

Perth20 job openings

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Photographer

520 job openings

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The average salary for a Photographer in Australia is AUD 118,000 - AUD 139,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 128,500 per year, based on 520 active job listings.

The cities with the most Photographer job opportunities in Australia are Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Perth. Brisbane leads with 87 job openings.

Explore 520 Photographer job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.