Head of Design Salary in South East, Singapore
South East Singapore offers a median mid‑level Head of Design salary of S$124,500 per year. The figure reflects demand from companies in the area. Design leaders work in a region with high‑tech clusters and a transport network.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
S$82,500 to S$105,500
Average (per year)
S$93,750
Fresh heads of design in Pasir Ris work with digital startups or education-focused firms.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
S$106,500 to S$141,500
Average (per year)
S$124,500
Leaders manage multi-disciplinary teams in companies serving the eastern region.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
S$142,500 to S$182,000
Average (per year)
S$162,000
Senior professionals work on user experience for firms in logistics, aviation, and public services.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
S$183,000+
Principals collaborate with multinational headquarters or government-linked companies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
S$50 - S$82
per hour
Mid-level
S$83 - S$112
per hour
Senior
S$113 - S$163
per hour
South East Singapore's median exceeds the national average by roughly S$15,000.