Graphic Designers Salary in Nashville, TN

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN

Median annual salary $53,290 -13.1% vs national
Median hourly $25.62
10th percentile $30,280
90th percentile $90,320
Employed locally 1,590
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,280
    25th
    $42,130
    50th (median)
    $53,290
    75th
    $70,890
    90th
    $90,320

    Nashville economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $82,499 2023 • Census ACS
    Graphic Designers salary vs area income 65% Median Graphic Designers salary is 35% 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
    Knoxville, TN $52,930
    Jackson, TN $50,700
    Morristown, TN $49,860
    Chattanooga, TN-GA $48,960

    Related occupations in Nashville, TN

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $38,190
    Audio and Video Technicians $48,720
    Public Relations Specialists $60,000
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $36,800
    Producers and Directors $77,150
    Interior Designers $60,320

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Nashville?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Nashville, TN is $25.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.09 or more per hour.

    Is Nashville above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Nashville, TN is 13.1% 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 Nashville?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $30,280 per year in Nashville, TN. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,130.