Graphic Designer Salary in Madrid, Spain
Madrid's creative sector offers a median mid‑level salary of €23,625 for graphic designers. Living costs, especially housing, cut into that figure's buying power.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€17,500 to €21,000
Average (per year)
€19,075
Recent graduates join advertising agencies and media firms, typically earning entry‑level salaries.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€21,000 to €26,000
Average (per year)
€23,625
Designers with several years in digital product teams or marketing studios receive higher salaries.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€26,250 to €32,000
Average (per year)
€29,125
Seasoned specialists earn higher pay when working in large corporations, publishers, or tech startups.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€32,250+
Leads, creative directors, and heads of design in multinational firms have the highest salaries.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€11 - €16
per hour
Mid-level
€16 - €24
per hour
Senior
€24 - €35
per hour
Nationally, the median for the same role hovers around €26,000, placing Madrid slightly below the Spanish average.