Product Design Manager Salary in Kurume, Fukuoka
Design managers with product and healthcare design backgrounds may find opportunities in Kurume's medical and manufacturing sectors. Salaries here track above rural areas but fall short of Fukuoka's top rates. Managers with cross-functional skills and experience in regulated industries work locally.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,200,000 to ¥5,300,000
Average (per year)
¥4,750,000
Entry-level managers in Kurume find roles in local manufacturing or healthcare-related companies, resulting in moderate pay.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥5,300,000 to ¥6,800,000
Average (per year)
¥6,050,000
Pay increases for mid-level managers are linked to experience.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥6,800,000 to ¥8,600,000
Average (per year)
¥7,700,000
Senior product design managers in Kurume work in established companies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥8,600,000+
Principal managers leading design for major local employers may see pay starting from 8 million yen. Salaries of 6 million yen are common, especially in manufacturing or healthcare.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥1700 - ¥2500
per hour
Mid-level
¥2500 - ¥3800
per hour
Senior
¥3800 - ¥6200
per hour