Graphic Designers Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $43,390 -29.2% vs national
Median hourly $20.86
10th percentile $30,960
90th percentile $74,290
Employed locally 80
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,960
    25th
    $36,900
    50th (median)
    $43,390
    75th
    $56,630
    90th
    $74,290

    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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    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in South Illinois is $20.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.19 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in South Illinois is 29.2% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $30,960 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,900.