Graphic Designer Salary in Busia, Eastern
Busia's location near the Kenya border shapes its job market. Salaries reflect the city's lower cost of living.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh540,000 to Sh800,000
Average (per year)
Sh670,000
New hires in local print shops or small advertising firms start at the lower end of the pay range.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh800,000 to Sh1,200,000
Average (per year)
Sh1,000,000
Those with a few years' experience work with mid-sized businesses or NGOs on marketing materials.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh1,200,000 to Sh1,800,000
Average (per year)
Sh1,500,000
More experienced designers handle branding projects for regional companies and coordinate junior staff.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh1,800,000+
Leads in Busia earn higher wages.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
Sh3500 - Sh6000
per hour
Mid-level
Sh6000 - Sh9000
per hour
Senior
Sh9000 - Sh14000
per hour