Graphic Designer Salary
Average pay, percentile breakdowns, and city-by-city comparison for Graphic Designers in the United States.
Median Salary
$57,990
Mean Salary
$62,910
Employment
252,600
Category
Arts, Design, Media
Salary Percentiles for Graphic Designers
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Monthly | Hourly (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th (Entry) | $35,610 | $2,968 | $17 |
| 25th | $44,540 | $3,712 | $21 |
| 50th (Median) | $57,990 | $4,833 | $28 |
| 75th | $74,110 | $6,176 | $36 |
| 90th (Senior) | $100,820 | $8,402 | $48 |
Graphic Designer Salary by City
| City | Adjusted Median | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $66,689 | +15% |
| San Francisco, CA | $70,748 | +22% |
| Los Angeles, CA | $64,949 | +12% |
| Chicago, IL | $60,310 | +4% |
| Houston, TX | $56,830 | -2% |
| Austin, TX | $60,890 | +5% |
| Seattle, WA | $68,428 | +18% |
| Boston, MA | $66,109 | +14% |
| Denver, CO | $61,469 | +6% |
| Washington, DC | $67,268 | +16% |
| Miami, FL | $59,150 | +2% |
| Atlanta, GA | $59,730 | +3% |
| Dallas, TX | $58,570 | +1% |
| Philadelphia, PA | $60,890 | +5% |
| Phoenix, AZ | $57,410 | -1% |
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About Graphic Designer Salaries in 2025
The median annual salary for Graphic Designers in the United States is $57,990, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means half of all Graphic Designers earn more than this amount, and half earn less.
At the entry level (10th percentile), Graphic Designers earn around $35,610, while the highest earners (90th percentile) make $100,820 or more. There are approximately 252,600 Graphic Designers employed across the country in the Arts, Design, Media sector.