Graphic Designers Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $48,420 -21% vs national
Median hourly $23.28
10th percentile $32,630
90th percentile $77,530
Employed locally 220
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,630
    25th
    $39,040
    50th (median)
    $48,420
    75th
    $58,780
    90th
    $77,530

    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 Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $57,660
    Coaches and Scouts $49,780
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $35,930
    Floral Designers $32,440
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $36,180
    Editors $44,530

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Southeast Minnesota is $23.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.37 or more per hour.

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

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Southeast Minnesota is 21% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $32,630 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,040.