Graphic Designer Salary in British Columbia, Canada
In British Columbia, mid‑level graphic designers earn a median of C$53,500 annually. Vancouver's housing costs are high.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$41,000 to C$49,000
Average (per year)
C$45,000
Starting salaries in Port Coquitlam are lower.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$49,000 to C$59,000
Average (per year)
C$53,500
Mid-level designers work with local businesses or commute to Vancouver.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$59,000 to C$70,000
Average (per year)
C$64,500
Senior roles are available in regional marketing firms and corporate offices along the Fraser corridor.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
C$70,000+
Principal designers often hold leadership or creative director positions.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
C$21 - C$27
per hour
Mid-level
C$28 - C$36
per hour
Senior
C$36 - C$48
per hour
Compared with the national median of roughly C$48,000, BC's figure sits about five thousand dollars higher. The premium reflects market factors.