Graphic Designer Salary in Ratingen, North Rhine-Westphalia

Ratingen is home to corporate offices for global brands such as Vodafone and Esprit. The city is close to Düsseldorf.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€28,000 to €34,000

Average (per year)

€31,000

New designers join local agencies or branches of larger corporations.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€35,000 to €42,000

Average (per year)

€38,500

With more experience, designers find roles at corporate headquarters or handle larger accounts.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€43,000 to €50,000

Average (per year)

€46,500

Veteran designers often work for multinational employers or manage design teams.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€52,000+

Principal designers oversee branding for major companies or lead creative departments.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€17 - €23

per hour

Mid-level

€24 - €32

per hour

Senior

€33 - €45

per hour