Graphic Designers Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $50,310 -17.9% vs national
Median hourly $24.19
10th percentile $30,690
90th percentile $73,650
Employed locally 100
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,690
    25th
    $40,600
    50th (median)
    $50,310
    75th
    $61,800
    90th
    $73,650

    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 $44,350
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $36,980
    Public Relations Specialists $54,690
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $34,400
    Floral Designers $30,570
    Producers and Directors $51,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in East Central Illinois is $24.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.28 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in East Central Illinois is 17.9% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $30,690 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,600.