Graphic Designer Salary in Rockdale County
Salaries are shaped by local employers. Graphic designers work for various local employers and may take contracts from outside the county.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$37,000 to $45,000
Average (per year)
$41,000
Recent graduates start with marketing firms or print shops.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$45,000 to $54,000
Average (per year)
$49,500
Designers in this tier work with local businesses, public sector agencies, and regional retailers.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$54,000 to $63,000
Average (per year)
$58,500
Senior designers manage larger projects or supervise teams, collaborating with Atlanta-based clients.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$63,000+
Principal designers run their own consultancies and oversee creative direction for established local companies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$18 - $25
per hour
Mid-level
$25 - $32
per hour
Senior
$32 - $44
per hour