Graphic Designers Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,930 -21.8% vs national
Median hourly $23.05
10th percentile $31,680
90th percentile $77,230
Employed locally 130
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,680
    25th
    $39,620
    50th (median)
    $47,930
    75th
    $59,900
    90th
    $77,230

    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
    Coaches and Scouts $48,010
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    Editors $37,500
    Floral Designers $29,570
    Interior Designers $56,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Central Pennsylvania is $23.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.79 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Central Pennsylvania is 21.8% 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 Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $31,680 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,620.