Design Director Salary in Tulsa County, Oklahoma
Tulsa County includes employers in energy, healthcare, and manufacturing. Design Directors here earn salaries slightly above the Oklahoma average.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$81,000 to $97,000
Average (per year)
$89,000
Entry-level roles appear in mid-sized agencies or healthcare companies expanding their creative teams.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$98,000 to $120,000
Average (per year)
$108,000
Mid-level Design Directors work at larger Tulsa firms, energy companies, or growing tech startups.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$121,000 to $146,000
Average (per year)
$133,000
Senior Directors lead creative teams for financial services, aerospace, or regional headquarters.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$147,000+
Principal and executive roles are found in corporate headquarters, major hospital networks, and established design consultancies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$45 - $65
per hour
Mid-level
$66 - $95
per hour
Senior
$96 - $135
per hour