Head of Design Salary in Ada County
Ada County has Idaho's largest population. Salaries for design leadership are higher here than in rural areas. Compensation is affected by local market factors.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$80,000 to $105,000
Average (per year)
$92,500
Entry-level positions require digital and product design skills.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$108,000 to $134,000
Average (per year)
$121,000
Mid-level heads work at tech startups or midsize software companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$136,000 to $165,000
Average (per year)
$150,500
Larger tech employers and digital agencies seek senior designers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$166,000+
Principal roles exist at major companies and distributed tech teams.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$39 - $54
per hour
Mid-level
$55 - $70
per hour
Senior
$71 - $89
per hour