Graphic Designer Salary in Schärding, Upper Austria

Schärding has a smaller population. Design roles are less specialized in the area. Living costs are lower than in larger cities in Upper Austria.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€21,500 to €25,000

Average (per year)

€23,500

Entry hires in Schärding start with generalist roles in family-owned companies or small agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€25,000 to €29,500

Average (per year)

€27,000

Designers in the city work on marketing projects for local businesses.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€29,500 to €35,000

Average (per year)

€32,000

Senior designers lead branding for local exporters and work with municipal projects.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€35,000+

Principals handle creative direction for regional agencies or operate freelance practices.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€12 - €17

per hour

Mid-level

€17 - €23

per hour

Senior

€23 - €31

per hour