Graphic Designers Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,010 -10.3% vs national
Median hourly $26.45
10th percentile $41,540
90th percentile $103,570
Employed locally 160
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,540
    25th
    $43,850
    50th (median)
    $55,010
    75th
    $84,240
    90th
    $103,570

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $63,600
    Coaches and Scouts $47,320
    Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials $41,790
    Interior Designers $64,310
    Photographers $37,440
    Writers and Authors $83,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Southwest Colorado is $26.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.94 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Southwest Colorado is 10.3% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $41,540 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,850.