Graphic Designers Salary in Knoxville, TN

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Knoxville, TN

Median annual salary $52,930 -13.7% vs national
Median hourly $25.45
10th percentile $37,130
90th percentile $90,590
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,130
    25th
    $42,570
    50th (median)
    $52,930
    75th
    $80,860
    90th
    $90,590

    Knoxville economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $69,734 2023 • Census ACS
    Graphic Designers salary vs area income 76% Median Graphic Designers salary is 24% 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
    Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA $57,060
    Memphis, TN-MS-AR $54,520
    Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN $53,290
    Jackson, TN $50,700
    Morristown, TN $49,860
    Chattanooga, TN-GA $48,960

    Related occupations in Knoxville, TN

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $36,360
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $34,790
    Public Relations Specialists $52,790
    Writers and Authors $58,620
    Producers and Directors $58,770
    Audio and Video Technicians $39,160

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Knoxville?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Knoxville, TN is $25.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.31 or more per hour.

    Is Knoxville above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Knoxville, TN is 13.7% 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 Knoxville?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $37,130 per year in Knoxville, TN. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,570.