Graphic Designers Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $46,490 -24.2% vs national
Median hourly $22.35
10th percentile $34,620
90th percentile $72,140
Employed locally 280
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,620
    25th
    $41,120
    50th (median)
    $46,490
    75th
    $54,280
    90th
    $72,140

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $36,220
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    Floral Designers $30,120
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $41,600
    Editors $44,910

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Northwest Minnesota is $22.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.08 or more per hour.

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

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Northwest Minnesota is 24.2% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $34,620 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,120.