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Visual designer salary in United States

How much does a Visual Designer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$98,047
Average $98,047
Low $52,247
High $183,996

The average salary for a visual designer is $98,047 per year in the United States. 358 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated November 6, 2026).

Visual Designer job openings in United States

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Visual Communications Designer
Jackson State University4.1out of 5 stars.
Jackson, MS
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Visual Designer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Nutanix
 
$360,000per year
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Warner Bros. Discovery
 
$264,300per year
Block
 
$259,900per year
DoorDash
 
$257,900per year
Mercury
 
$251,050per year
Bumble
 
$248,500per year

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Highest paying cities for Visual Designers near United States

  1. San Francisco, CA
    $161,667 per year
  2. Los Angeles, CA
    $130,482 per year
  3. San Diego, CA
    $113,763 per year
  4. New York, NY
    $108,811 per year
  5. Atlanta, GA
    $99,965 per year

Where can a Visual Designer earn more?

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Visual Designer

The average salary for a Visual Designer is $98,047 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 358 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on November 6, 2026.

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Visual Designer salaries typically range between a low of $52,247 and a high of $183,996 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Visual Designer include Nutanix ($360,000 per year) and Warner Bros. Discovery ($264,300 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Visual Designer salary compares to related positions:

  • Junior Visual Designer: Average $64,718 per year
  • Senior Visual Designer: Average $109,579 per year

How much do similar professions as Visual Designer get paid in United States?

Junior Visual Designer

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Average $64,718 per year