Graphic Designer Salary in Northern, Zambia
Northern Province has its own cost of living. Mid‑level designers earn about ZK54,000 annually. Employers include tourism boards, telecom agencies, and local media houses.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
ZK27,600 to ZK42,000
Average (per year)
ZK34,800
Most entry positions appear in small advertising firms or for print shops serving local businesses.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
ZK42,000 to ZK66,000
Average (per year)
ZK54,000
With more experience, designers in Kasama work for schools, government offices, or local media.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
ZK66,000 to ZK90,000
Average (per year)
ZK78,000
Senior roles are less common and usually linked to regional NGOs or government agencies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
ZK90,000+
Salary levels differ among employers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
ZK25 - ZK38
per hour
Mid-level
ZK38 - ZK60
per hour
Senior
ZK60 - ZK90
per hour
Compared with the national median of roughly ZK70,000, Northern's figure sits lower, reflecting cheaper housing and transport costs. However, living expenses offset the gap.