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Graphic Designers Salary in New York
Ranked #4 of 51 · NY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of graphic designerss in New York earn between $43,680 and $131,250. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean graphic designers salary in New York is $82,410, about 16.8% above the U.S. average ($70,560). That works out to roughly $40/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New York
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $79,280 | $85,950 | 15,160 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $63,560 | $73,220 | 250 |
| Rochester, NY | $63,530 | $70,930 | 650 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY | $63,200 | $69,460 | 450 |
| Kingston, NY | $61,410 | $62,520 | 70 |
| Ithaca, NY | $61,250 | $66,330 | 40 |
| Central East New York nonmetropolitan area | $60,520 | $68,390 | 130 |
| Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $60,000 | $64,820 | 540 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do graphic designers make in New York?
The median graphic designers salary in New York is $77,340 per year (mean $82,410), and about 80% earn between $43,680 and $131,250.
How much do graphic designers make per hour in New York?
Roughly $40 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $82,410 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New York a high-paying state for graphic designers?
New York ranks #4 of 51 states for graphic designers pay. Its mean salary of $82,410 is about 16.8% above the U.S. average of $70,560.
Which metro areas in New York pay graphic designers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New York for graphic designers are New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ ($79,280), Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY ($63,560), Rochester, NY ($63,530), by median annual wage.