Design Director Salary in Antioch, Illinois

Antioch is located near the Wisconsin border. Antioch has a local tech sector. Housing costs in Antioch vary.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$67,000 to $89,000

Average (per year)

$77,000

Assist senior designers, develop visual concepts, and coordinate project assets across teams.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$90,000 to $108,000

Average (per year)

$98,000

Mid-level positions are available in Antioch.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$109,000 to $130,000

Average (per year)

$119,000

Senior professionals work with regional headquarters or established retail chains.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$131,000+

In regional manufacturing firms, principal-level directors oversee design; at local agencies they manage projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$38 - $52

per hour

Mid-level

$54 - $74

per hour

Senior

$78 - $98

per hour