Service Designer Salary in Upper Austria, Austria
Upper Austria has an industrial sector. Mid‑level professionals earn €41,600 annually, reflecting the region's blend of manufacturing giants and growing digital agencies.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€32,350 to €38,250
Average (per year)
€35,375
Entry-level designers work in digital agencies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€38,500 to €44,400
Average (per year)
€41,600
Industrial firms and public sector bodies partner with mid-level professionals.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€44,250 to €51,000
Average (per year)
€47,250
In Linz, senior professionals oversee digital transformation projects.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€51,000+
Both team management for multinational employers and consulting on large‑scale projects are responsibilities of principal designers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€19 - €28
per hour
Mid-level
€28 - €38
per hour
Senior
€38 - €53
per hour
Compared with the Austrian average of around €45,000, Upper Austria's figure sits slightly lower. Living expenses influence the overall cost balance.