Graphic Designers Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,660 -20.6% vs national
Median hourly $23.39
10th percentile $32,160
90th percentile $81,990
Employed locally 120
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,160
    25th
    $37,350
    50th (median)
    $48,660
    75th
    $63,250
    90th
    $81,990

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$40,330
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$35,390
    Public Relations Specialists$51,170
    Commercial and Industrial Designers$81,130
    Floral Designers$34,790
    Interior Designers$71,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Southern Michigan is $23.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.33 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Southern Michigan is 20.6% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $32,160 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,350.