Product Designer Salary in Crete, Greece

In Crete, a mid‑level product designer earns around €23,000 per year. Living costs on the island are lower than in Athens. Design roles exist in local companies.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€14,000 to €19,000

Average (per year)

€16,500

Entry-level salaries vary.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€19,000 to €27,000

Average (per year)

€23,000

Mid-level compensation varies, and remote work is possible.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€27,000 to €37,000

Average (per year)

€32,000

Senior salaries are achievable for designers handling end-to-end product work, especially in firms serving international markets.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€37,000+

Principal-level roles are held by design leaders.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€9 - €14

per hour

Mid-level

€14 - €21

per hour

Senior

€21 - €31

per hour

Across Greece, mid‑level product designers typically earn about €30,000, so Crete's pay sits roughly €7,000 below the national median. However, lower rent and food prices offset the gap for many residents.