Product Designer Salary in Politischer Bezirk Melk, Lower Austria
Product Designer salaries in Melk fall below Vienna levels but remain steady for Lower Austria. Pay is lower than in urban centers. Remote contracts with Vienna or international firms affect local earnings.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€34,000 to €42,000
Average (per year)
€38,000
Entry-level Product Designers find opportunities with regional employers. Starting salaries reflect the area's lower living costs.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€43,000 to €55,000
Average (per year)
€49,000
Mid-level designers' salaries are documented. Job openings are limited locally.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€56,000 to €70,000
Average (per year)
€63,000
Some senior designers work for employers outside the local area. These roles bring higher pay than purely local positions.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€70,000+
Remote leadership jobs or consulting for large firms outside Melk bring the highest salaries. Principal‑level design roles exist locally.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€22 - €30
per hour
Mid-level
€30 - €42
per hour
Senior
€42 - €58
per hour