Graphic Designers Salary in Connecticut

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

Median annual salary $58,810 -4.1% vs national
Median hourly $28.27
10th percentile $40,550
90th percentile $84,350
Employed locally 50
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,550
    25th
    $48,330
    50th (median)
    $58,810
    75th
    $73,840
    90th
    $84,350

    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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    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Connecticut?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Connecticut is $28.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.36 or more per hour.

    Is Connecticut above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Connecticut is 4.1% 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 Connecticut?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $40,550 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,330.