Graphic Designers Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,290 -9.8% vs national
Median hourly $26.58
10th percentile $36,720
90th percentile $82,140
Employed locally 210
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,720
    25th
    $45,970
    50th (median)
    $55,290
    75th
    $69,030
    90th
    $82,140

    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 Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $46,920
    Public Relations Specialists $61,720
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $32,780
    Floral Designers $31,290
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $37,730
    Producers and Directors $61,570

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Northeastern Wisconsin is $26.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.46 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 9.8% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $36,720 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,970.