Head of Design Salary in Sadr City, Baghdad

Sadr City is a dense district in Baghdad with a large population. Design leadership jobs are found in community organizations, education, and construction. Salaries in the area differ from those in central Baghdad and smaller cities.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

ع.د14,000,000 to ع.د19,000,000

Average (per year)

ع.د16,500,000

Entry-level heads of design in Sadr City take positions with local employers.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

ع.د19,000,000 to ع.د26,000,000

Average (per year)

ع.د22,500,000

Mid-level designers work for NGOs, schools, or construction firms in the area.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

ع.د26,000,000 to ع.د34,000,000

Average (per year)

ع.د30,000,000

Seasoned heads of design lead major community projects and run design divisions in established firms.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

ع.د34,000,000+

Principal-level positions are scarce, yet they can be found in international organizations or city‑wide initiatives.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

ع.د7000 - ع.د10500

per hour

Mid-level

ع.د10500 - ع.د14500

per hour

Senior

ع.د14500 - ع.د19000

per hour