Graphic Designers Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,810 -30.2% vs national
Median hourly $20.58
10th percentile $29,750
90th percentile $71,410
Employed locally 100
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,750
    25th
    $33,240
    50th (median)
    $42,810
    75th
    $54,990
    90th
    $71,410

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$36,040
    Coaches and Scouts$39,530
    Public Relations Specialists$55,400
    Floral Designers$30,420
    Interior Designers$57,780
    Producers and Directors$48,490

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Northern Michigan is $20.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.39 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Northern Michigan is 30.2% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $29,750 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,240.