Design Director Salary in Gävleborg, Sweden
Salary data is reported for Gävleborg. The figure is associated with employment in manufacturing, technology, and education sectors.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
kr420,000 to kr480,000
Average (per year)
kr450,000
Fresh graduates or those moving into leadership from hands-on design roles earn lower salaries, reflecting Gävle's modest cost of living and regional employer budgets.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
kr480,000 to kr550,000
Average (per year)
kr515,000
With several years of experience, mid-level directors secure higher pay, especially at public sector organizations and midsize agencies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
kr550,000 to kr630,000
Average (per year)
kr590,000
Senior directors' salaries are aligned with their responsibilities, particularly at companies in the pulp, paper, and enes.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
kr630,000+
Long-tenured leaders at large employers or consultancies set the upper end, driven by strategic responsibility and specialist skills.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
kr320 - kr420
per hour
Mid-level
kr420 - kr600
per hour
Senior
kr600 - kr850
per hour
Gävleborg's median sits below the national average for design directors. Housing cost data is reported for families in the area.