Wedding Photography Business Survey
Fearless Photographers recently conducted an inquiry among our community of professional wedding photographers regarding their income from wedding photography in 2024 and their business for 2025.
The questions posed were:
How many weddings did your company undertake in 2024? What was the average gross income per client in 2024? What was the highest income generated from a wedding in 2024? What is the current status of your wedding photography business in 2025?
Though the number of responses received was less than anticipated, the provided answers may prove to be of interest to you.
Published on June 1, 2025.
Croatia - This photographer in Croatia shot 25 weddings in 2024, earning an average of €2,300 per event with the highest paying €6,000. Business is on the rise in 2025, and bookings for 2026 are already showing even greater promise.
Denmark - In 2024, this Danish photographer covered just 3 weddings, averaging €2,400 with a top income of €4,800. For 2025, there are no bookings so far, and a trend of last-minute inquiries post-COVID continues to affect business stability.
France - With 19 weddings in 2024, this French photographer earned an average of €2,450 per wedding and peaked at €3,550. 2025 is described as steady with 19 full weddings completed.
France - In 2024, this photographer had a tough year with only 9 weddings averaging €1,900, and the highest income was €2,700. Business is struggling, and they're rebranding as a photo/video team, with just 1 wedding scheduled for 2026.
France - This French photographer worked 13 weddings in 2024 at an average of €3,300 each, with a top-earning wedding of €4,510. Business is doing well, income is increasing, and they're slowly reducing their wedding workload each year.
Germany -
In Germany, this photographer photographed 15 weddings in 2024, earning €1,900 on average and €4,500 at best. For 2025, they're fully booked, and the business remains as strong as the previous year.
Germany -
With only 5 weddings in 2024, averaging €3,000 each and a peak of €5,500, this German photographer reports severe business decline. 2025 has just one booking so far, and the market feels oversaturated with cheap competitors, making motivation and optimism hard to maintain.
Hungary -
This Hungarian photographer covered 28 weddings in 2024, averaging €1,000 per event and earning up to €1,400. Business is slightly down from last year, with 20 full-day weddings booked in 2025.
Hungary -
In 2024, this photographer handled 22 weddings with an average income of €780 and a highest fee of €900. For 2025, 15 weddings are already booked, indicating steady business.
Ireland - Ireland
This Irish photographer captured 31 weddings in 2024, earning €1,900 on average and up to €3,300. The number of weddings has increased slightly from last year, while pricing remains similar.
Romania -
This Romanian photographer worked 20 weddings in 2024, averaging €2,000 with a highest fee of €2,600. They expect 2025 to be even better.
Romania -
In 2024, this photographer had 15 weddings at an average rate of €900 and a peak of €1,450. Business is growing and they're optimistic for the future.
Romania -
With 15 weddings in 2024, this photographer earned €1,500 per wedding and topped out at €2,200. In 2025, they have only 5 weddings and a few small events booked, suggesting a slowdown.
Italy -
With 18 weddings in 2024 and an average income of €2,600, this Italian photographer reached a peak of €3,800. Business is growing in 2025 with 20 bookings, though securing work for 2026 is proving difficult.
Italy -
This photographer managed 30 weddings in 2024 at an average rate of €3,500, with the highest reaching €10,000. Business is steady in 2025.
Italy -
In 2024, this Italian photographer shot 30 weddings, earning €2,700 on average and €4,000 at the high end. The situation in 2025 is described as better than last year.
Italy -
Handling 37 weddings in 2024, this photographer earned €2,200 per wedding on average, with a maximum of €3,000. 2025 Business remains stable and typical.
Italy -
This photographer completed 30 weddings in 2024, averaging €2,000 each and earning up to €3,500. Business in 2025 is described as growing compared to the previous year.
Serbia -
This Serbian photographer had a very active year with 79 weddings in 2024, averaging €1,100 and peaking at €2,200. Business is shifting to fewer weddings but significantly higher pricing, with rates up 30-35%.
Slovenia -
In Slovenia, this photographer shot 19 weddings in 2024, earning €2,100 per event and up to €3,300. Business is steadily improving in 2025.
Spain -
This Spanish photographer worked 22 weddings in 2024, earning €1,500 on average and a maximum of €2,200. For 2025, 16 weddings have already been booked.
Spain -
With 34 weddings in 2024 and an average income of €2,500, this photographer's top-paying wedding brought in €3,100. Although they have 6 fewer weddings than last year, the bookings are of higher value, with one reaching €8,000 including VAT.
Spain -
This photographer completed 15 weddings in 2024, averaging €2,000 with a top income of €3,500. They expect to take some holidays in 2025, indicating manageable business.
Turkey -
With 23 weddings in 2024 and an average income of €3,000, this Turkish photographer reached a peak of €6,000. Business is steady and described as "not bad" in 2025.
Turkey -
This Turkish photographer shot 40 weddings in 2024, averaging €2,500 with a top income of €5,000. 2025 wedding bookings are fewer than last year, but they anticipate last-minute additions.
Turkey -
Handling 20 weddings in 2024, this photographer averaged €2,000 and earned up to €4,000. Business isn't meeting expectations in 2025. They're aiming for 30 weddings but falling short.
Turkey -
In 2024, this photographer covered 13 weddings in Turkey, earning €2,000 per wedding and €4,350 for the highest. 2025 business is similar to the previous year, with no significant change.
Netherlands -
In 2024, this Dutch photographer covered 38 weddings, earning an average of €2,750 per event. Their highest-paid wedding brought in €4,500. For 2025, business is reported as very steady, with good income and an improved client base compared to the previous year.
Netherlands -
This wedding photographer shot 42 weddings in 2024, with clients spending an average of €2,505. Their top-paying wedding earned €4,325. In 2025, the business is performing better than in 2024, suggesting healthy growth.
Netherlands -
Capturing 16 weddings in 2024, this photographer earned €1,700 on average per wedding, with the highest income being €2,600. In 2025, bookings have dropped by about 40%, and they are transitioning into a new career.
Netherlands -
With only 3 weddings in 2024 at an average of €3,200 each, this photographer's highest-earning wedding matched that average. In 2025, bookings are coming in very late-so late that even vacations are being delayed to accommodate new wedding requests, including a potential 4th wedding.
Netherlands -
In 2024, this photographer had an exceptional year with 50 weddings, averaging €3,800 per wedding and reaching a peak of €15,300 for their highest-paying client. The 2025 season is fully booked, with thriving business, high-end clients, and international destination shoots including Iceland and the Dolomites.
Netherlands -
This Dutch photographer shot 12 weddings in 2024, earning €2,500 per wedding on average and €4,000 from their most lucrative booking. In 2025, they already have 8 weddings scheduled, indicating a stable business outlook.
UK -
In 2024, this UK photographer captured 46 weddings, earning an average of £1,619 with the highest-paying event bringing in £2,750. Business details for 2025 were not provided.
UK - - UK
This part-time UK photographer shot 23 weddings in 2024, averaging £1,800 per wedding with a peak of £2,450. Business is thriving in 2025, already surpassing a 15-wedding cap with 20 bookings secured.
UK -
In 2024, this UK photographer covered 40 weddings, averaging £1,250 with a highest fee of £1,850. 2025 is a major success, with 46 weddings booked, an increased average income of £1,650, and a top fee of £2,550-making it one of their best years yet.
UK -
With 22 weddings in 2024 and a strong average of £3,000 (including a £7,500 high), this veteran UK photographer is facing a downturn in 2025. Only 11 weddings are booked, with just 3 for 2026. After 17 years in business, this decline is causing serious concern.
UK -
This UK photographer completed 22 weddings in 2024, averaging £2,100 per event and reaching a top income of £2,350. Business is stable in 2025, with 25 weddings already booked and more inquiries still coming in.
UK -
In 2024, this UK photographer was very active with 53 weddings, earning £1,900 on average and peaking at £2,600. For 2025, 39 weddings are booked-an ideal number as last year felt too hectic. Business is slightly stronger overall, with 29 bookings already in place for 2026.
Argentina -
In 2024, this Argentinian photographer shot 12 weddings, earning an average of $1,000 USD and up to $1,500 for the highest-paying event. Business is improving in 2025 thanks to better positioning in the market, resulting in stronger client interest and higher income.
Chile -
With a heavy workload of 70 weddings in 2024 and an average earning of $1,400 USD per wedding (max $2,800), this Chilean photographer did not report 2025 details, but their current volume suggests high demand and solid consistency.
Guatemala -
This Guatemalan photographer had a premium year in 2024, covering 20 weddings with an impressive $5,650 USD average and a peak fee of $11,000. However, 2025 is proving tough due to extreme market polarization between low-budget newcomers and underpriced veterans. To stay competitive, they've invested in branding, a new website, social media marketing, and completed a workshop.
Mexico -
In 2024, this Mexican photographer covered 50 weddings at an average of $2,800 USD, with a high of $6,000. Business continues to be solid in 2025, suggesting steady momentum and client demand.
Mexico -
This Riviera Maya-based photographer had 18 weddings in 2024 with an average of $1,200 USD and a high of $5,000. However, business is struggling in 2025 due to fewer American clients traveling for destination weddings, affecting the regional wedding industry as a whole.
Canada -
This Canadian photographer had a strong 2024 with 47 weddings and an average income of $3,500 CAD, reaching up to $6,000. In 2025, they've doubled last year's results, indicating a massive boost in bookings or rates.
Canada -
After restarting their business in a new city, this Canadian photographer managed 43 weddings in 2024, averaging $1,000 and peaking at $2,120. For 2025, they already have 16 weddings booked with improved rates (average $2,600 CAD), and some 2026 weddings are already contracted at $3,160. Prices have recently increased again, and results are pending.
India -
In 2024, this Indian photographer captured 8 weddings with an average income of ₹200,000 and a highest-paying wedding at ₹260,000. Business in 2025 is steady, continuing at the same pace without major gains or losses.
Trinidad and Tobago -
This photographer in Trinidad and Tobago shot 14 weddings in 2024, averaging TTD $14,000 per event and peaking at $27,000. Business in 2025 is significantly slower, with only 2 weddings completed and 3 more booked, far from the targeted 20. There's clear concern about the downturn in bookings this year.
Czech Republic - Czech Republic
In 2024, this Czech photographer shot 10 weddings, earning an average of €2,000 per wedding, with the highest-paying one bringing in €4,800. Business in 2025 is looking much better, indicating growth and positive momentum compared to the previous year.
USA 1 -
In 2024, this U.S. photographer shot 16 weddings with an average income of $8,230 and a top fee of $11,200. Business in 2025 is slightly better than the previous year.
USA 2 -
This U.S. photographer covered 11 weddings in 2024 with an average of $6,800 and a top fee of $7,415. 2025 is a strong year, with 17 weddings already booked, including one for $14,072-their highest yet.
USA 3 -
With 25 weddings in 2024 and an average income of $8,000 (peaking at $16,000), this U.S. photographer is experiencing a slight dip in business for 2025, though still operating at a very high-income level.
USA 4 -
In 2024, this U.S. photographer shot 10 weddings with an average income of $5,600 and a top fee of $6,800. 2025 is stable-neither booming nor failing-with some concern over lead volume, but bookings are close to long-term goals.
USA 5 -
This U.S. photographer completed 12 weddings in 2024, averaging $7,500 with a high of $9,000. Business in 2025 is far better, with strong inquiries, robust bookings into 2026, and a trend of clients choosing top-tier packages.
USA 6 -
In 2024, this U.S. photographer handled 10 weddings at an average of $6,000, peaking at $8,000. 2025 shows growth, with more weddings booked and higher overall income per event.
USA 7 -
This U.S. photographer covered 7 weddings in 2024 with a $4,300 average and a $6,500 maximum. Business is significantly better in 2025, with 18 weddings booked and an improved average of $4,800, though the highest package booked this year is slightly lower at $6,400.
