Graphic Designers Salary in Northeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $41,120 -32.9% vs national
Median hourly $19.77
10th percentile $27,860
90th percentile $66,210
Employed locally 30
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,860
    25th
    $34,250
    50th (median)
    $41,120
    75th
    $52,290
    90th
    $66,210

    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 Northeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $48,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Northeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Northeast Minnesota is $19.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.83 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Minnesota above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Northeast Minnesota is 32.9% 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 Northeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $27,860 per year in Northeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,250.