Graphic Designer Salary in Jewish, Russia

In the Jewish Autonomous Oblast, mid‑level graphic designers earn about ₽36,000 a year. These figures reflect regional wage standards. Cost of living remains modest, with housing and transport expenses considerably lower than in Moscow or St. Petersburg, which helps offset the modest paycheck.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₽26,000 to ₽32,000

Average (per year)

₽29,000

New designers may work in small advertising agencies or regional print media.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₽32,000 to ₽40,000

Average (per year)

₽36,000

Those with several years' experience work for government offices or regional publishers, earning above entry-level.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₽40,000 to ₽50,000

Average (per year)

₽45,000

Senior designers with broad portfolios can find roles in education or the public sector.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₽50,000+

Principal positions in Birobidzhan start at this level and involve coordination across multiple departments.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₽180 - ₽250

per hour

Mid-level

₽250 - ₽320

per hour

Senior

₽320 - ₽450

per hour

Nationally, graphic designers pull roughly ₽600,000 annually, far above the regional median. Salary disparity is observed.