Head of Design Salary in Politischer Bezirk Hartberg-Fürstenfeld, Styria

Hartberg-Fürstenfeld has a strong agricultural machinery and food processing industry. Salaries are lower than in Austria's largest cities. Many roles connect to small and mid-sized manufacturers.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€38,000 to €47,000

Average (per year)

€42,000

Early-career Heads of Design build experience across various projects.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€48,000 to €57,000

Average (per year)

€53,000

Mid-level designers expand their impact through regional offices and internationally linked companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€58,000 to €67,000

Average (per year)

€62,000

Senior Heads of Design lead larger teams, especially in established manufacturing or tech-support sectors.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€68,000+

Principal-level leaders oversee cross-functional initiatives in larger organizations.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

€22 - €32

per hour

Mid-level

€33 - €42

per hour

Senior

€43 - €55

per hour