Graphic Designers Salary in Northeast Virginia

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

Median annual salary $51,290 -16.3% vs national
Median hourly $24.66
10th percentile $30,420
90th percentile $111,500
Employed locally 30
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,420
    25th
    $37,950
    50th (median)
    $51,290
    75th
    $84,360
    90th
    $111,500

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $71,830
    Technical Writers $78,450

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Northeast Virginia is $24.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.41 or more per hour.

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

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Northeast Virginia is 16.3% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $30,420 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,950.