Graphic Designers Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,780 -23.7% vs national
Median hourly $22.49
10th percentile $34,260
90th percentile $74,190
Employed locally 30
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,260
    25th
    $36,500
    50th (median)
    $46,780
    75th
    $60,240
    90th
    $74,190

    Top-paying metros for Graphic Designers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $98,530
    District of Columbia $90,710
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $89,490
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $82,630
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $82,360
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $78,500

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $60,140
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $35,970
    Coaches and Scouts $46,330
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $30,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Arizona is $22.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.01 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Arizona is 23.7% below the national median of $61,300. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Graphic Designers in Arizona?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $34,260 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,500.