Graphic Designer Salary in Stearns County
Stearns County includes St. Cloud. Cloud has manufacturers and healthcare systems. Local agencies provide work in the tech sector. Salaries are influenced by the county's cost of living and economic conditions.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$35,000 to $42,000
Average (per year)
$38,500
Graduates join marketing teams at manufacturing companies or start at St. Cloud. There are cloud-based agencies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$42,000 to $52,000
Average (per year)
$47,000
Mid-career talent supports regional healthcare, education, or retail employers that value design expertise.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$52,000 to $61,000
Average (per year)
$56,000
Senior designers manage creative teams or lead projects for major local employers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$61,000+
Principal designers set creative direction or run design consultancies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$17 - $24
per hour
Mid-level
$24 - $34
per hour
Senior
$34 - $45
per hour