Graphic Designers Salary in Southwest Missouri

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

Median annual salary $44,890 -26.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.58
10th percentile $31,230
90th percentile $71,900
Employed locally 90
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,230
    25th
    $35,340
    50th (median)
    $44,890
    75th
    $56,990
    90th
    $71,900

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $43,840
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $34,210
    Set and Exhibit Designers $35,920
    Coaches and Scouts $36,260
    Audio and Video Technicians $43,860
    Photographers $30,900

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Southwest Missouri is $21.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.22 or more per hour.

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

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Southwest Missouri is 26.8% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $31,230 per year in Southwest Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,340.