Graphic designer salary in United States

The average salary for a Graphic Designer is $23.47 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 6.1k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 30, 2026.

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Graphic Designer salaries typically range between a low of $13.01 and a high of $42.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Graphic Designer include Nashville, TN at $28.21 per hour, Costa Mesa, CA at $27.91 per hour, and New York, NY at $27.43 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Graphic Designer include Navy Pier ($260,000 per year) and Curative, Inc. ($234,000 per year).

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

• Entry Level Graphic Designer: Average $19.39 per hour
• Senior Graphic Designer: Average $82,194 per year
• Junior Graphic Designer: Average $56,340 per year