Graphic Designers Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,050 -26.5% vs national
Median hourly $21.66
10th percentile $31,360
90th percentile $68,680
Employed locally 80
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,360
    25th
    $37,800
    50th (median)
    $45,050
    75th
    $56,170
    90th
    $68,680

    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$47,210
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    Editors$41,670
    News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists$36,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $21.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.97 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 26.5% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $31,360 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,800.