Product Designer Salary in Palmerston North, Manawatu-Whanganui
Palmerston North includes education and logistics sectors. Product designers work here. Cost of living is moderate.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
NZ$55,000 to NZ$65,000
Average (per year)
NZ$60,000
Graduates in Palmerston North start around NZ$55,000, mostly in education tech or public sector projects.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
NZ$65,000 to NZ$80,000
Average (per year)
NZ$72,000
Mid-career designers earn up to NZ$80,000.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
NZ$80,000 to NZ$95,000
Average (per year)
NZ$87,000
Senior product designers earn higher salaries.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
NZ$95,000+
Starting salaries for principal roles are NZ$95,000, with positions in large employers or remote teams.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
NZ$33 - NZ$40
per hour
Mid-level
NZ$40 - NZ$55
per hour
Senior
NZ$55 - NZ$75
per hour