Design Director Salary in Northern, Israel
Design directors earn a median salary of ₪204,000. Housing costs keep net earnings modest.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
₪141,000 to ₪186,000
Average (per year)
₪163,500
New Design Directors in Afula may begin in civic projects or small manufacturers.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
₪186,000 to ₪222,000
Average (per year)
₪204,000
Compensation at this level can increase within local agencies and regional offices of national brands.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
₪222,000 to ₪258,000
Average (per year)
₪240,000
Senior directors leading design for major factories or healthcare organizations receive compensation aligned with regionion.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
₪258,000+
Principal roles, while rare, appear at the largest employers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
₪78 - ₪108
per hour
Mid-level
₪108 - ₪138
per hour
Senior
₪138 - ₪175
per hour
Compared with the national median of roughly ₪250,000, Northern Israel's figure sits slightly below the countrywide average. The cost of living offsets the gap.