Graphic Designers Salary in Southeast Missouri

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

Median annual salary $38,070 -37.9% vs national
Median hourly $18.30
10th percentile $29,680
90th percentile $62,380
Employed locally 130
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,680
    25th
    $33,280
    50th (median)
    $38,070
    75th
    $47,410
    90th
    $62,380

    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
    Public Relations Specialists$61,740
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$33,410
    Floral Designers$28,190
    Coaches and Scouts$47,140
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys$29,120
    Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials$30,010

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Southeast Missouri is $18.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.23 or more per hour.

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

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Southeast Missouri is 37.9% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $29,680 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,280.