Head of Design Salary in Baja California, Mexico

In Baja California, a Head of Design earns a median of MX$497,500 per year. The figure is presented. Companies in Tijuana and Mexicali provide compensation packages.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

MX$350,000 to MX$425,000

Average (per year)

MX$387,500

Entry-level Heads of Design typically begin their careers in manufacturing or local tech startups.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

MX$430,500 to MX$580,000

Average (per year)

MX$497,500

Mid-level designers often work for companies that operate across the border or for larger agencies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

MX$590,000 to MX$770,000

Average (per year)

MX$680,000

Senior Heads of Design may be employed by international manufacturing firms or large technology companies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

MX$780,000+

Principal-level designers often hold positions at established multinationals or large businesses near the border.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

MX$205 - MX$310

per hour

Mid-level

MX$315 - MX$410

per hour

Senior

MX$410 - MX$540

per hour

Nationally, heads of design average around MX$560,000, so Baja California sits slightly below the countrywide median. Housing costs are lower.