Graphic Designers Salary in Reno, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Reno, NV

Median annual salary $50,890 -17% vs national
Median hourly $24.47
10th percentile $32,250
90th percentile $81,600
Employed locally 330
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,250
    25th
    $42,920
    50th (median)
    $50,890
    75th
    $70,060
    90th
    $81,600

    Reno economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,684 2023 • Census ACS
    Graphic Designers salary vs area income 60% Median Graphic Designers salary is 40% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Graphic Designers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $74,540
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $64,910
    Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC $59,420
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $57,180
    Jacksonville, FL $55,510
    Greenville, NC $51,370

    Related occupations in Reno, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $39,050
    Coaches and Scouts $47,190
    Audio and Video Technicians $49,200
    Public Relations Specialists $66,970
    Producers and Directors $68,040
    Special Effects Artists and Animators $100,060

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Reno?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Reno, NV is $24.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.81 or more per hour.

    Is Reno above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Reno, NV is 17% 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 Reno?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $32,250 per year in Reno, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,920.