Product Designer Salary in Barnsley, United Kingdom

Barnsley offers a median mid‑level salary of £32,500 for product designers. Living costs influence overall expenses.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£24,000 to £29,000

Average (per year)

£26,500

Entry designers start in manufacturing or local agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£29,500 to £36,000

Average (per year)

£32,500

Mid-level professionals work for regional healthcare providers or local councils.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£36,500 to £44,000

Average (per year)

£40,500

Senior designers move into management, consulting, or larger manufacturing companies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£45,000+

Principal designers in Barnsley work in large regional manufacturing or healthcare organizations.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£13 - £19

per hour

Mid-level

£20 - £28

per hour

Senior

£29 - £37

per hour

Barnsley's median figure sits modestly below the UK average for product designers, which hovers around £40,000. The salary gap is reflected in the figures.