Graphic Designer Salary in Sakado, Saitama
Manufacturing firms and service businesses often need branding and digital collateral. Salary levels correspond to the local cost of living. Employers operate at various scales.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥2,600,000 to ¥3,200,000
Average (per year)
¥2,900,000
Design studios and manufacturers hire fresh graduates.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥3,300,000 to ¥4,100,000
Average (per year)
¥3,700,000
Mid‑career designers work at printing companies, corporate offices, or regional ad agencies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,200,000 to ¥5,200,000
Average (per year)
¥4,700,000
Senior designers supervise juniors and manage projects for retailers or education sector clients.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥5,300,000+
Principal-level roles exist in larger local companies and in remote assignments with Tokyo‑based firms.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥1500 - ¥2000
per hour
Mid-level
¥2000 - ¥2700
per hour
Senior
¥2700 - ¥3500
per hour