Design Director Salary in Southern Ostrobothnia, Finland
Southern Ostrobiania offers a median salary of €51,000 for Design Directors. The figure reflects the regional industry composition. Housing costs influence how far earnings can stretch.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€38,000 to €47,000
Average (per year)
€42,000
In entry-level director positions, small teams are managed within local agencies or manufacturing companies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€47,000 to €56,000
Average (per year)
€51,000
Mid-level positions are available locally.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€56,000 to €67,000
Average (per year)
€62,000
Senior directors are employed by larger regional firms.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€67,000+
Principal-level roles handle cross-functional design leadership for multiple business units.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€28 - €35
per hour
Mid-level
€35 - €45
per hour
Senior
€45 - €55
per hour
Nationally, Design Directors earn around €60,000, placing Southern Ostrobiania slightly below the Finnish mean. The gap narrows when lower living expenses are factored in.