Design Manager Salary in Lower Austria, Austria
In Lower Austria, design managers earn a median of €54,500 per year. The region includes both industrial areas and natural landscapes. Living costs stay below Vienna.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€42,000 to €49,500
Average (per year)
€45,750
Starting salaries reflect limited experience and smaller local employers.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€49,500 to €59,250
Average (per year)
€54,500
Manufacturing and retail sectors employ mid-level managers.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€59,250 to €67,750
Average (per year)
€63,250
Seasoned professionals may have higher earnings in industrial firms.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€67,750+
Top leaders may receive higher compensation in construction and logistics companies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€23 - €30
per hour
Mid-level
€30 - €38
per hour
Senior
€38 - €46
per hour
Salaries sit a few thousand euros above the Austrian median, while living costs remain modest. That gap affects purchasing power.