Design Director Salary in Knox County, Ohio

Knox County has manufacturing and healthcare sectors. Design director salaries reflect local market conditions. Remote work options may affect salary ranges for design directors.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$60,000 to $71,000

Average (per year)

$65,500

Entry-level directors work for manufacturing companies or local agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$72,000 to $86,000

Average (per year)

$79,000

Mid-level directors typically gain experience in mid-sized manufacturers or education-related roles.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$87,000 to $101,000

Average (per year)

$94,000

Senior directors work in larger organizations or manage multiple teams.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$102,000+

Principal design directors are found in corporate headquarters or as remote leaders managing distributed teams.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$34 - $46

per hour

Mid-level

$48 - $62

per hour

Senior

$63 - $83

per hour