Graphic Designer Salary in Akashi, Hyōgo
Akashi, near Kobe, includes retail, education, and local service businesses. The city is near the Hanshin industrial zone. Salaries are affected by the cost of living and the Kansai job market.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥2,500,000 to ¥3,150,000
Average (per year)
¥2,820,000
First jobs come from local media houses, public sector projects, or small agencies serving Akashi's retail and service sectors.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥3,150,000 to ¥4,000,000
Average (per year)
¥3,570,000
Mid-level designers work with area businesses and may collaborate with firms in greater Kobe.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,000,000 to ¥4,800,000
Average (per year)
¥4,400,000
Senior staff manage commercial accounts or city campaigns and may freelance for clients in the Osaka-Kobe corridor.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,800,000+
Principal designers may earn higher fees through studio ownership or work for local businesses.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥1300 - ¥2000
per hour
Mid-level
¥2000 - ¥2700
per hour
Senior
¥2700 - ¥3500
per hour