Design Director Salary in Lewis County
Lewis County design director salaries are shown. Design director compensation bands are provided. Salaries for design directors in the area are listed.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$67,000 to $85,000
Average (per year)
$76,000
Entry-level design directors join small private companies or nonprofit organizations, with starting salaries listed. Urban average salaries are presented.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$85,000 to $105,000
Average (per year)
$95,000
Oversee project design teams, guide creative direction, and ensure brand consistency across deliverables.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$105,000 to $125,000
Average (per year)
$115,000
Salaries for veteran design directors are listed.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$125,000+
Leads strategic design vision, mentors senior teams, and drives cross‑functional innovation initiatives.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$34 - $44
per hour
Mid-level
$44 - $58
per hour
Senior
$58 - $72
per hour