Product Designer Salary in Paredes, Porto

Paredes has a strong manufacturing sector, especially in furniture. Salaries are affected by industry composition and cost of living.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€12,000 to €16,000

Average (per year)

€14,000

Entry designers join furniture or light manufacturing firms, where digital product roles are limited.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€16,000 to €21,000

Average (per year)

€18,500

Mid-level designers take on more responsibility in export-driven companies or collaborate with Porto-based agencies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€21,000 to €25,500

Average (per year)

€23,000

Senior designers oversee multi-product lines or manage small in-house teams, especially in firms supplying international markets.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€25,500+

Principal product designers work as design directors or consultants for larger manufacturers.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€10 - €14

per hour

Mid-level

€14 - €20

per hour

Senior

€20 - €28

per hour