Design Director Salary in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia County includes employers in healthcare, finance, and education. Salaries in the region are influenced by local market conditions.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$95,000 to $123,000
Average (per year)
$109,000
New Design Directors in Philadelphia County start in agencies, healthcare systems, and media companies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$123,000 to $151,000
Average (per year)
$137,000
Designers with mid-level experience work in education, pharmaceuticals, and financial services.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$151,000 to $176,000
Average (per year)
$163,000
Senior Design Directors lead teams at large hospitals, tech startups, and regional headquarters.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$176,000+
At the top tier, Directors oversee creative projects for large organizations.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$60 - $80
per hour
Mid-level
$80 - $105
per hour
Senior
$105 - $140
per hour