Graphic Designer Salary in South Ayrshire, United Kingdom

South Ayrshire offers a median mid‑level graphic designer salary of £24,600 per year. Local firms operate in tourism and retail. The region has a cost of living.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£18,500 to £22,000

Average (per year)

£20,200

Entry-level positions at small design studios and local print shops set the salary range in South Ayrshire.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£22,000 to £27,000

Average (per year)

£24,600

Mid-level designers work for regional marketing firms or in-house teams of tourism-related businesses.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£27,000 to £32,000

Average (per year)

£29,600

Senior roles require experience with branding for hospitality or public sector projects.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£32,000+

Principal designers manage teams or run agencies serving Ayrshire's small businesses.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£11 - £14

per hour

Mid-level

£15 - £20

per hour

Senior

£21 - £28

per hour

Compared with the UK average of around £30,000, South Ayrshire sits below the national median. Living costs are part of the local economy.