Design Manager Salary in Mississauga, Ontario
Mississauga includes a range of employers. Salaries reflect local market conditions.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$75,000 to C$90,000
Average (per year)
C$82,500
Entry-level managers contribute to manufacturing and tech firms.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$90,000 to C$115,000
Average (per year)
C$102,500
At this stage, managers lead design teams serving corporate clients and significant projects.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$115,000 to C$145,000
Average (per year)
C$130,000
Senior managers are responsible for building strategies and coordinating multi-site projects with international partners.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
C$145,000+
Principal design leads work for large firms and oversee organizational design systems.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
C$38 - C$44
per hour
Mid-level
C$50 - C$62
per hour
Senior
C$65 - C$80
per hour