Graphic Designer Salary in Tigray, Ethiopia
In Tigray, a mid‑level graphic designer earns a salary. The amount is intended to cover basic living costs in Mekelle.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
Br26,600 to Br43,250
Average (per year)
Br33,400
Recent graduates commonly begin their careers in print shops or small marketing agencies, where earnings are generally lower than those in major urban areas.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
Br43,250 to Br64,000
Average (per year)
Br53,200
Mid-level designers work on branding and advertising projects for local businesses, with compensation reflecting their experience and portfolios.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
Br64,000 to Br95,000
Average (per year)
Br78,250
In senior roles, designers direct projects for NGOs or tourism firms and typically manage junior team members.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
Br95,000+
Principal or lead designers in Axum manage creative teams or operate their own studios, earning competitive salaries locally.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
Br50 - Br93
per hour
Mid-level
Br93 - Br150
per hour
Senior
Br150 - Br243
per hour
Nationally, mid‑level graphic designers average around 65,000 ETB, so Tigray's median sits below the country's typical pay. The region has a lower cost of living.