Design Manager Salary in South Aegean, Greece

South Aegean offers a median salary of €27,500. Design managers in island firms have earnings within the national mid‑level bracket.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€18,000 to €24,000

Average (per year)

€21,000

Entry-level salaries are affected by local conditions.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€24,000 to €31,000

Average (per year)

€27,500

Mid-level design managers work with firms in hospitality and technology.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€31,000 to €39,000

Average (per year)

€35,000

Senior roles can have higher compensation.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€39,000+

Principal or lead managers oversee large-scale tourism and public works projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€13 - €18

per hour

Mid-level

€18 - €27

per hour

Senior

€27 - €36

per hour

Compared with the Greek national median of €30,000, South Aegean sits slightly below, reflecting lower living costs on the islands.