Graphic Designers Salary in Helena, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Helena, MT

Median annual salary $62,870 +2.6% vs national
Median hourly $30.23
10th percentile $36,090
90th percentile $89,290
Employed locally 60
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,090
    25th
    $48,750
    50th (median)
    $62,870
    75th
    $78,750
    90th
    $89,290

    Helena economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,040 2023 • Census ACS
    Graphic Designers salary vs area income 85% Median Graphic Designers salary is 15% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Graphic Designers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bozeman, MT $61,260
    Billings, MT $57,420
    Binghamton, NY $50,810
    Missoula, MT $48,900
    Great Falls, MT $47,420

    Related occupations in Helena, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $61,640
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $37,410
    Coaches and Scouts $52,510
    Audio and Video Technicians $36,950
    Editors $66,770

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Helena?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Helena, MT is $30.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.32 or more per hour.

    Is Helena above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Helena, MT is 2.6% above 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 Helena?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $36,090 per year in Helena, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,750.