Graphic Designers Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,690 -5.9% vs national
Median hourly $27.74
10th percentile $36,770
90th percentile $85,900
Employed locally 70
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,770
    25th
    $46,260
    50th (median)
    $57,690
    75th
    $71,430
    90th
    $85,900

    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

    Related occupations in Capital/Northern New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $50,090
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $36,040
    Public Relations Specialists $63,100
    Audio and Video Technicians $50,240
    Editors $48,260
    Interior Designers $54,010

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Capital/Northern New York is $27.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.09 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Capital/Northern New York is 5.9% 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 Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $36,770 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,260.