Graphic Designers Salary in Lakeland, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL

Median annual salary $51,260 -16.4% vs national
Median hourly $24.64
10th percentile $34,770
90th percentile $74,620
Employed locally 220
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,770
    25th
    $41,040
    50th (median)
    $51,260
    75th
    $62,080
    90th
    $74,620

    Lakeland economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $63,644 2023 • Census ACS
    Graphic Designers salary vs area income 81% Median Graphic Designers salary is 19% 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
    Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL $62,090
    Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL $60,740
    North Florida nonmetropolitan area $60,710
    Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL $59,820
    Naples-Marco Island, FL $59,020
    Florida $57,900

    Related occupations in Lakeland, FL

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $34,210
    Public Relations Specialists $59,640
    Coaches and Scouts $39,830
    Producers and Directors $80,780
    Interior Designers $54,860
    Audio and Video Technicians $49,770

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Lakeland?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Lakeland, FL is $24.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.58 or more per hour.

    Is Lakeland above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Lakeland, FL is 16.4% 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 Lakeland?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $34,770 per year in Lakeland, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,040.