Design Director Salary in Bonneville County
Bonneville County includes energy research, healthcare, and agriculture sectors. Salaries for design directors here are influenced by a lower cost of living.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$67,000 to $82,000
Average (per year)
$74,000
Early-career directors join local firms or support small businesses.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$82,000 to $95,000
Average (per year)
$88,500
Projects for healthcare providers, agriculture firms, and utility companies are often overseen by mid-level directors.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$95,000 to $107,000
Average (per year)
$101,000
Senior directors oversee larger creative teams, often collaborating with national labs or hospitals.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$107,000+
Directors at the top level steer design for public sector initiatives or head creative for regional tech companies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$38 - $52
per hour
Mid-level
$52 - $66
per hour
Senior
$66 - $85
per hour