Head of Design Salary in Hamburg-Mitte, Hamburg

Hamburg-Mitte includes design-driven businesses. Many companies here are in retail, business services, and technology. Salaries reflect proximity to major employers and central city amenities.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€76,000 to €93,000

Average (per year)

€84,000

Business services, retail, and media startups are common employers in Hamburg-Mitte.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€102,000 to €120,000

Average (per year)

€111,000

Mid-level heads of design work in the area.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€127,000 to €145,000

Average (per year)

€136,000

Senior designers are present in the market.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€150,000+

Major firms in Hamburg-Mitte have principal-level designers who lead multi-disciplinary teams.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€41 - €55

per hour

Mid-level

€60 - €78

per hour

Senior

€83 - €110

per hour