Design Manager Salary in Dornbirn, Vorarlberg

Dornbirn includes textile and lighting industries and several innovative SMEs. Salaries here are lower than in Vienna, but living costs remain moderate. Design managers interact with export-focused manufacturers.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€41,000 to €49,000

Average (per year)

€45,000

New graduates in Dornbirn earn less than in Vienna, reflecting the smaller job market and lower living expenses.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€49,000 to €57,000

Average (per year)

€53,000

Managers at this stage work for local manufacturers or mid-sized tech firms.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€57,000 to €65,000

Average (per year)

€61,000

Senior roles are concentrated in regional corporate offices and family-owned businesses.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€65,000+

Top earners consult for multiple companies or lead creative divisions in large local firms.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€20 - €28

per hour

Mid-level

€28 - €38

per hour

Senior

€38 - €52

per hour