Head of Design Salary in Gunsan-si, North Jeolla
Gunsan-si draws its strength from shipbuilding, logistics, and a busy port economy. Opportunities are fewer than in Seoul or Busan. Living costs vary.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
₩39,000,000 to ₩51,000,000
Average (per year)
₩45,000,000
Recent graduates find positions in shipbuilding, logistics, or city planning firms.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
₩51,000,000 to ₩66,000,000
Average (per year)
₩58,500,000
Mid-level design managers in Gunsan-si join midsize logistics, automotive, or port-related employers.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
₩66,000,000 to ₩84,000,000
Average (per year)
₩75,000,000
Senior staff oversee projects for public infrastructure, major industrial complexes, or foreign-invested companies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
₩84,000,000+
Principal or lead designers work in city government or large-scale industrial projects.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
₩20000 - ₩28000
per hour
Mid-level
₩28000 - ₩40000
per hour
Senior
₩40000 - ₩52000
per hour