Product Designer Salary in Sussex County, New Jersey
Sussex County borders New York State. The area's cost of living influences local salaries.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$60,000 to $70,000
Average (per year)
$65,000
Graduates find entry jobs at smaller tech consultancies or county offices.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$71,000 to $83,000
Average (per year)
$77,000
Moving into mid-level, designers contribute to project management for various organizations.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$84,000 to $98,000
Average (per year)
$91,000
Senior talent works at regional headquarters or as remote leads, reflecting a mix of higher experience and competitive private sector roles.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$99,000+
Principal designers work for distributed tech teams or consulting firms.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$30 - $38
per hour
Mid-level
$39 - $52
per hour
Senior
$53 - $66
per hour