Head of Design Salary in Styria, Austria
In Styria, design professionals' salaries vary with experience. Mid‑level heads of design earn €60,250 per year. Housing costs are part of the cost of living.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€42,500 to €53,500
Average (per year)
€48,000
New design heads start in Graz's creative agencies or tech startups.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€54,000 to €66,500
Average (per year)
€60,250
Mid-level professionals work for automotive suppliers, digital firms, and software companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€67,500 to €78,500
Average (per year)
€73,000
Senior heads of design lead teams at tech employers or established creative studios.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€79,500+
Principal roles are available in Graz's automotive and IT companies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€25 - €35
per hour
Mid-level
€36 - €48
per hour
Senior
€49 - €62
per hour
Nationally, Styria's median exceeds the Austrian average by roughly €5,000.