Head of Design Salary in Placer County
Placer County borders the Sacramento tech corridor and is home to software, healthcare, and financial services employers. The area has a high cost of living and is close to the Bay Area. Head of Design salaries are reported for this area.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$110,000 to $133,000
Average (per year)
$122,000
Starting heads work in local SaaS companies and Sacramento-adjacent agencies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$134,000 to $158,000
Average (per year)
$146,000
Mid-level leaders work in tech and fintech firms near Roseville or Rocklin.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$159,000 to $178,000
Average (per year)
$168,000
Senior heads often have Bay Area connections or manage large teams.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$179,000+
Principal designers work for large employers or lead major product initiatives.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$70 - $90
per hour
Mid-level
$91 - $115
per hour
Senior
$116 - $140
per hour