Product Designer Salary in Buncombe County

Buncombe County, North Carolina, includes Asheville. Design talent. Salaries differ from rural averages.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$57,000 to $70,000

Average (per year)

$63,000

Entry designers work in a range of fields and receive starting wages.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$70,000 to $90,000

Average (per year)

$80,000

Mid-level designers are employed by non-profits, outdoor retail brands, and digital marketing firms.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$90,000 to $110,000

Average (per year)

$100,000

Senior designers lead digital teams for local health systems.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$110,000+

Principal designers manage digital projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$29 - $36

per hour

Mid-level

$36 - $48

per hour

Senior

$48 - $65

per hour