Interaction Designer Salary in Lakewood, New Jersey

Lakewood hosts various businesses. Cost of living is lower. Salaries remain steady.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$60,000 to $71,000

Average (per year)

$65,500

Graduates find local roles.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$73,000 to $88,000

Average (per year)

$80,500

Regional clients and remote teams are common projects for mid‑career designers.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$91,000 to $105,000

Average (per year)

$98,000

Managing client accounts and overseeing design quality are part of senior designers' responsibilities.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$115,000+

Larger firms receive consulting from principal designers, who also lead internal teams on complex projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$30 - $40

per hour

Mid-level

$44 - $58

per hour

Senior

$64 - $80

per hour