Graphic Designer Salary in Tunduma, Mbeya

Tunduma sits on the Zambia border and serves transport and trade sectors. Cross‑border business activity creates a different market for designers than in rural towns. Logistics and retail companies hire designers.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh570,000 to Sh750,000

Average (per year)

Sh650,000

At the entry level, designers can work for cross‑border logistics firms, print shops, or as freelancers.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh750,000 to Sh1,100,000

Average (per year)

Sh900,000

Mid‑level designers support advertising for retail or trucking companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh1,100,000 to Sh1,700,000

Average (per year)

Sh1,400,000

Senior designers manage branding for transport or local media.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh1,700,000+

Principal designers consult or lead creative teams for local businesses.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

Sh3000 - Sh5000

per hour

Mid-level

Sh5000 - Sh8000

per hour

Senior

Sh8000 - Sh12000

per hour