Design Manager Salary in Hamhŭng, South Hamgyong

Hamhŭng is a major industrial city with large chemical and manufacturing sectors. Design managers are employed locally. Salaries reflect local conditions.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩50,000 to ₩72,000

Average (per year)

₩61,000

First jobs at chemical plants or municipal agencies fall into this range.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩72,000 to ₩95,000

Average (per year)

₩82,000

Those managing small teams in Hamhŭng's industrial sector reach these salaries.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩95,000 to ₩125,000

Average (per year)

₩110,000

Long-serving professionals in design roles at state-owned factories move into this tier.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₩125,000+

Those heading large projects or departments in the chemical industry receive the highest salaries.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₩200 - ₩350

per hour

Mid-level

₩350 - ₩500

per hour

Senior

₩500 - ₩700

per hour

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