Graphic Designer Salary in Panama
Panama reports a median annual salary for mid‑level graphic designers. The figure is 1,350. Compensation structures differ. The figure reflects a balance between local demand and the country's cost of living.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
B/.820 to B/.1,150
Average (per year)
B/.975
Recent graduates find employment opportunities in David.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
B/.1,150 to B/.1,600
Average (per year)
B/.1,350
Mid-level designers work with local businesses, print shops, or regional media.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
B/.1,600 to B/.2,200
Average (per year)
B/.1,850
Senior roles appear in marketing departments or large retailers that serve the Chiriquí region.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
B/.2,200+
Lead positions are in larger companies with regional operations.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
B/.5 - B/.8
per hour
Mid-level
B/.8 - B/.13
per hour
Senior
B/.13 - B/.20
per hour
Market Overview
Panama City hosts advertising agencies, tourism boards, and shipping firms that regularly hire visual creators. Banks and multinational headquarters also seek designers for branding and digital campaigns. Freelance gigs rise with e‑commerce growth and expatriate demand.