Graphic Designers Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $51,230 -16.4% vs national
Median hourly $24.63
10th percentile $31,250
90th percentile $75,450
Employed locally 120
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,250
    25th
    $39,240
    50th (median)
    $51,230
    75th
    $61,100
    90th
    $75,450

    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$37,540
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    Floral Designers$24,670
    Producers and Directors$58,890
    Editors$48,860

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Southern Ohio is $24.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.69 or more per hour.

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

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Southern Ohio is 16.4% 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $31,250 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,240.