SOC 27-1024 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Graphic Designers is $61,298 per year ($29.47/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $47,195 and $78,998 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $103,022 per year. There are approximately 214,260 graphic designers employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $18.08 | $37,606 |
| P25 | $22.69 | $47,195 |
| P50MEDIAN | $29.47 | $61,298 |
| P75 | $37.98 | $78,998 |
| P90 | $49.53 | $103,022 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Graphic Designers is $61,298 per year ($29.47/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $47,195 and $78,998 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Graphic Designers is $103,022 per year ($49.53/hr). The 75th percentile is $78,998 per year.
Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn approximately $37,606 per year ($18.08/hr). The 25th percentile is $47,195 per year.
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