Design Manager Salary in Kennebec County
Kennebec County includes Augusta, Maine's state capital. Design managers may work in public sector and health service projects. Salaries reflect local cost‑of‑living conditions.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$57,000 to $67,000
Average (per year)
$62,000
Entry‑level managers in the area work in state government, healthcare, or small design firms, with starting salaries aligned with local cost of living.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$67,000 to $79,500
Average (per year)
$73,000
Mid‑level managers work on projects for the public sector and local manufacturing companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$79,500 to $95,000
Average (per year)
$87,000
Senior design managers work in healthcare systems or civic architecture projects.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$95,000+
Principal‑level managers work with statewide agencies or large construction firms.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$28 - $34
per hour
Mid-level
$34 - $40
per hour
Senior
$40 - $47
per hour