Graphic designer salary in United States

The average salary for a Graphic Designer is $23.39 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 6k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 27, 2026.

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Graphic Designer salaries typically range between a low of $13.23 and a high of $41.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Graphic Designer include Seattle, WA at $35.11 per hour, Nashville, TN at $30.95 per hour, and Los Angeles, CA at $29.55 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Graphic Designer include Viasat ($206,500 per year) and UNIQLO ($204,589 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 $19.10 per hour
• Senior Graphic Designer: Average $82,352 per year
• Junior Graphic Designer: Average $55,627 per year