Design Director Salary in Lanzhou, Gansu

Lanzhou is the capital of Gansu. Design Directors are employed across multiple sectors in Lanzhou. Living costs and compensation in Lanzhou are in line with regional averages.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥120,000 to ¥165,000

Average (per year)

¥142,000

Entry-level directors join engineering firms, tech startups, or public projects, earning solid starting salaries.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥165,000 to ¥220,000

Average (per year)

¥192,000

Mid-level salaries in Lanzhou correspond to local market conditions.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥220,000 to ¥280,000

Average (per year)

¥248,000

Senior directors manage teams and oversee urban or industrial projects.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥280,000+

Principal directors oversee public works or direct design at companies with sizable budgets.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥100 - ¥150

per hour

Mid-level

¥150 - ¥210

per hour

Senior

¥210 - ¥300

per hour