Product Designer Salary in Berrien County

Berrien County sits near the Michigan-Indiana border. Pay for tech and design roles varies. Cost of living in the area differs from that of larger Michigan cities.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$50,000 to $61,000

Average (per year)

$55,500

Entry-level designers work for manufacturing firms or local agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$61,000 to $76,000

Average (per year)

$68,500

Mid-level roles are found in larger employers and remote positions, including those supporting the automotive supply chain.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$75,000 to $91,000

Average (per year)

$83,000

Senior designers in Berrien County work at corporate headquarters or with clients in Chicago.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$90,000+

Principal-level designers may consult or manage remote teams for out-of-state firms.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$28 - $40

per hour

Mid-level

$40 - $54

per hour

Senior

$54 - $75

per hour