Product Designer Salary in Allegheny County
Allegheny County includes Pittsburgh. Salaries in this area can differ from those in smaller Pennsylvania markets. The cost of living corresponds to the city's size.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$65,000 to $80,000
Average (per year)
$72,500
Entry-level designers join Pittsburgh-based software firms, banks, or medical technology companies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$80,000 to $98,000
Average (per year)
$89,000
Designers with several years' experience move into roles with larger tech employers or digital agencies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$98,000 to $122,000
Average (per year)
$110,000
Senior designers help drive digital transformation in sectors like finance, manufacturing, and healthcare.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$122,000+
Principal-level pay varies across major employers and Pittsburgh tech startups.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$31 - $42
per hour
Mid-level
$42 - $60
per hour
Senior
$60 - $85
per hour