Graphic Designers Salary in East Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $46,610 -24% vs national
Median hourly $22.41
10th percentile $27,280
90th percentile $87,580
Employed locally 160
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,280
    25th
    $36,790
    50th (median)
    $46,610
    75th
    $87,580
    90th
    $87,580

    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
    Photographers $33,230
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $31,570
    Coaches and Scouts $36,380
    Public Relations Specialists $44,910
    Floral Designers $34,410
    Producers and Directors $47,570

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in East Tennessee is $22.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.12 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in East Tennessee is 24% 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 Tennessee?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $27,280 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,790.