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Architect vs Photographer salary

In Italy, a architect earns about 67% more than a photographer $100,024 vs $59,763 per year.

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Creative
Architect
$100,024/yr
Monthly
$8,326
Hourly
$48
Range
$63,983$144,048
10-yr outlook
+5%
Creative
Photographer
$59,763/yr
Monthly
$5,018
Hourly
$29
Range
$35,584$89,303
10-yr outlook
+4%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileArchitectPhotographer
Entry (10th)$63,983$35,584
25th$82,004$47,674
Median$100,024$59,763
75th$122,036$74,590
Senior (90th)$144,048$89,303

National Italy figures in EUR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a architect or photographer earn more in Italy?
A architect earns more, at about 87.700 € per year vs 52.400 € for a photographer — roughly 67% (35.300 €) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Italy?
A architect typically earns 56.100 €–126.300 €, while a photographer earns 31.200 €–78.300 € per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Italy?
On a monthly basis before tax, a architect averages about 7300 € and a photographer about 4400 €.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Italy, a architect earns about 56.100 € while a photographer earns about 31.200 € per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Italy, a architect earns about 126.300 € while a photographer earns about 78.300 € per year.
Are architect and photographer similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Creative category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.