Brand Designer Salary in Umeå, Västerbotten

Umeå is home to the Umeå Institute of Design. Local agencies and public sector employers offer steady roles, though tech industry salaries here are lower than in Stockholm or Gothenburg. Living costs in Umeå differ from those in southern Sweden.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

kr28,500 to kr32,000

Average (per year)

kr30,500

Assist in creating visual brand assets, support design projects, and maintain style guidelines.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

kr32,000 to kr37,500

Average (per year)

kr34,500

With experience, designers often work with regional tech firms or public sector organizations.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

kr37,000 to kr41,000

Average (per year)

kr39,000

Senior talent earns more, especially in established agencies or design teams at Umeå University.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

kr41,000+

Principal designers with a decade or more, often in leadership, set direction for creative teams and manage large projects.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

kr250 - kr350

per hour

Mid-level

kr350 - kr500

per hour

Senior

kr500 - kr700

per hour