Product Designer Salary in San Diego County, California

San Diego County includes employers. Product Designer salaries vary by industry and city.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$67,000 to $87,000

Average (per year)

$78,000

Mid-sized firms, digital agencies, and city government tech teams across the county employ designers.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$87,000 to $108,000

Average (per year)

$97,000

Professionals with several years of experience work on larger projects for regional companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$109,000 to $132,000

Average (per year)

$120,000

Biotech, defense, and educational organizations work with senior designers on product design.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$133,000+

Principal designers work for large employers in both remote and on-site capacities.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$34 - $46

per hour

Mid-level

$47 - $63

per hour

Senior

$64 - $85

per hour