Head of Design Salary in Kerpen, North Rhine-Westphalia

Kerpen is part of the Cologne metropolitan region. Design leaders work with local industry and nearby tech companies. Salaries reflect local living costs.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€61,000 to €73,000

Average (per year)

€67,000

Mid-sized manufacturers and local agencies hire entry-level Heads of Design in Kerpen.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€73,000 to €92,000

Average (per year)

€82,000

Firms tied to Cologne's marketing and tech sectors employ mid-level professionals in Kerpen.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€92,000 to €115,000

Average (per year)

€104,000

Regional corporate headquarters and industrial design companies employ senior Heads of Design.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€115,000+

Large organizations and nearby international firms employ principal-level professionals in Kerpen.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€35 - €48

per hour

Mid-level

€48 - €65

per hour

Senior

€65 - €86

per hour