Graphic Designer Salary in Tippecanoe County
Tippecanoe County includes Purdue University. The local economy includes manufacturing and healthcare, which helps keep salaries steady. Housing costs influence the local cost of living.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$38,500 to $44,500
Average (per year)
$41,500
Design firms and local businesses hire new designers.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$44,500 to $52,000
Average (per year)
$48,500
Employers hire mid-level designers with technical skills.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$52,000 to $62,000
Average (per year)
$57,000
Senior designers oversee projects for regional agencies and larger employers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$62,000+
Principal designers lead creative teams or run their own studios.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$18 - $23
per hour
Mid-level
$23 - $29
per hour
Senior
$29 - $36
per hour