Design Director Salary in Oktibbeha County

Oktibbeha County is home to Mississippi State University. Design Directors in the area work in various sectors. Salaries are modest.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$63,000 to $76,000

Average (per year)

$69,500

Entry-level directors work with local education, media, or retail businesses, earning less than state urban averages.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$76,000 to $90,000

Average (per year)

$83,000

Mid-level salaries reflect professional experience.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$90,000 to $102,000

Average (per year)

$96,000

Senior directors in Oktibbeha County oversee creative for local government, higher education, or healthcare.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$102,000+

Principal-level pay applies to leaders of large institutional or educational creative teams.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$36 - $46

per hour

Mid-level

$46 - $56

per hour

Senior

$56 - $66

per hour