Graphic Designers Salary in North Georgia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Georgia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,620 -19.1% vs national
Median hourly $23.86
10th percentile $32,820
90th percentile $84,990
Employed locally 110
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,820
    25th
    $40,000
    50th (median)
    $49,620
    75th
    $74,610
    90th
    $84,990

    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

    Related occupations in North Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$32,140
    Coaches and Scouts$40,160
    Public Relations Specialists$65,350
    Floral Designers$28,080
    Interior Designers$54,910
    Designers, All Other$61,240

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in North Georgia?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in North Georgia is $23.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.74 or more per hour.

    Is North Georgia above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in North Georgia is 19.1% 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 North Georgia?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $32,820 per year in North Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,000.