Graphic Designer Salary in Herefordshire, United Kingdom

Herefordshire offers a median mid‑level graphic designer salary of £24,000 per year. Living costs are below the national average. Local firms operate in the area.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£19,000 to £22,000

Average (per year)

£20,500

New hires begin their careers at design agencies or local businesses.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£22,000 to £26,000

Average (per year)

£24,000

Designers with more experience work for a variety of local organizations.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£26,000 to £32,000

Average (per year)

£28,500

Senior-level positions require broad portfolios and include project management for regional clients.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£32,000+

Lead designers in Hereford work for larger employers or run their own design studios.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£10 - £15

per hour

Mid-level

£15 - £22

per hour

Senior

£22 - £30

per hour

Herefordshire's median is below the UK average for graphic designers, which is £27,000. Lower housing costs affect the take‑home value compared with the figure.