Graphic Designer Salary in Dagestan, Russia

Dagestan offers a median of ₽415,000. Mid‑level graphic designers find opportunities in regional media houses, tourism boards, and oil‑sector marketing teams.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₽240,000 to ₽350,000

Average (per year)

₽295,000

Recent graduates in Buynaksk join small design studios or work as freelancers.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₽350,000 to ₽480,000

Average (per year)

₽415,000

Mid-level designers collaborate with retail chains or municipal projects, and their pay increases with experience.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₽480,000 to ₽650,000

Average (per year)

₽565,000

Senior designers take on branding for established local businesses, managing teams and overseeing multiple projects.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₽650,000+

Principal designers lead small agencies or consult for regional firms, with earnings that reflect senior-level positions.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₽250 - ₽400

per hour

Mid-level

₽400 - ₽650

per hour

Senior

₽650 - ₽1000

per hour

Compared to Moscow, salaries are lower. Cost of living in Dagestan differs from other regions.