Graphic Designers Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $45,950 -25% vs national
Median hourly $22.09
10th percentile $32,390
90th percentile $73,340
Employed locally 150
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,390
    25th
    $37,000
    50th (median)
    $45,950
    75th
    $57,640
    90th
    $73,340

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $52,000
    Coaches and Scouts $48,050
    Floral Designers $30,010
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $35,990
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $42,500
    Editors $44,980

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Southwest Minnesota is $22.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Southwest Minnesota is 25% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $32,390 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,000.