Chief Design Officer Salary in Narbonne, Occitanie
Narbonne's design salaries reflect the city's smaller size. Most employers are mid-sized companies or tourism-linked businesses. Salaries are lower than regional tech centers but the cost of living is more affordable.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€45,000 to €59,000
Average (per year)
€52,000
Newcomers typically join smaller firms or regional agencies with more modest budgets.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€59,000 to €80,000
Average (per year)
€67,000
Regional experience or the ability to attract clients from wider Occitanie often leads to mid-level roles.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€80,000 to €97,000
Average (per year)
€89,000
Senior officers may work with the city's few large employers or consult for several companies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€97,000+
At this level, veterans lead design for the largest regional firms or run their own consultancies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€35 - €48
per hour
Mid-level
€48 - €65
per hour
Senior
€65 - €88
per hour