Design Manager Salary in Yangsan, South Gyeongsang

Yangsan is located near industrial corridors and includes automotive, logistics, and manufacturing sectors. Salaries here run higher than rural areas, reflecting a sizable population and proximity to Busan.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩36,000,000 to ₩47,000,000

Average (per year)

₩41,500,000

Graduates entering design management in Yangsan start in manufacturing or logistics firms, with salaries reflecting moderate cost of living and proximity to Busan.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩47,000,000 to ₩60,000,000

Average (per year)

₩53,500,000

At this stage, professionals manage small teams or projects in industrial companies or construction suppliers around Yangsan.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩60,000,000 to ₩80,000,000

Average (per year)

₩70,000,000

Senior managers handle larger teams and interface with partners in Busan.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₩80,000,000+

Leaders with extensive experience negotiate salaries based on strategic responsibilities in major firms or regional headquarters.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₩18000 - ₩26000

per hour

Mid-level

₩26000 - ₩35000

per hour

Senior

₩35000 - ₩48000

per hour