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Graphic Designers Salary in Texas
Ranked #28 of 51 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of graphic designerss in Texas earn between $36,340 and $92,910. 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 Texas is $62,570, about 11.3% below the U.S. average ($70,560). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $65,060 | $70,170 | 1,880 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $63,780 | $65,930 | 4,790 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $59,710 | $63,980 | 970 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $58,400 | $59,400 | 2,770 |
| Midland, TX | $57,580 | $61,880 | 90 |
| Killeen-Temple, TX | $57,050 | $59,530 | 80 |
| Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $53,040 | $55,120 | 60 |
| Waco, TX | $52,920 | $59,140 | 110 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do graphic designers make in Texas?
The median graphic designers salary in Texas is $60,150 per year (mean $62,570), and about 80% earn between $36,340 and $92,910.
How much do graphic designers make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $62,570 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for graphic designers?
Texas ranks #28 of 51 states for graphic designers pay. Its mean salary of $62,570 is about 11.3% below the U.S. average of $70,560.
Which metro areas in Texas pay graphic designers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for graphic designers are Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX ($65,060), Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($63,780), San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX ($59,710), by median annual wage.