Design Manager Salary in Wood County
Wood County has a variety of local employers. Salaries are moderate. Design managers have demand across sectors.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$58,500 to $69,000
Average (per year)
$63,500
Recent graduates enter design management with entry-level salaries.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$69,000 to $83,000
Average (per year)
$76,000
Managers with several years of experience oversee projects for public institutions or manufacturing firms.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$83,000 to $96,000
Average (per year)
$89,000
Senior design managers take charge of multiple teams in established regional companies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$96,000+
Principal-level leaders manage strategic direction for design in county-wide organizations.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$28 - $33
per hour
Mid-level
$33 - $40
per hour
Senior
$40 - $52
per hour