Graphic Designers Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $52,300 -14.7% vs national
Median hourly $25.14
10th percentile $35,950
90th percentile $81,370
Employed locally 240
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,950
    25th
    $42,990
    50th (median)
    $52,300
    75th
    $63,120
    90th
    $81,370

    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 $43,920
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    Photographers $35,900
    Floral Designers $34,040
    Interior Designers $59,550

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in South Central Wisconsin is $25.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.84 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in South Central Wisconsin is 14.7% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $35,950 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,990.