Service Designer Salary in North Karelia, Finland

North Karelia has a lower cost of living compared with many southern regions. Mid‑level service designers earn €39,000 per year.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€29,000 to €35,000

Average (per year)

€32,000

Graduates find work in health services or educational institutions.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€35,000 to €43,000

Average (per year)

€39,000

Mid-level designers join municipal innovation teams or forestry technology firms.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€43,000 to €51,000

Average (per year)

€47,000

Senior roles involve project management in healthcare or environmental services.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€51,000+

Principal designers advise city strategy or lead digital transformation for regional employers.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€23 - €33

per hour

Mid-level

€33 - €49

per hour

Senior

€49 - €65

per hour

Nationally, service designers average about €45,000, placing North Karelia's median roughly €6,000 below the countrywide figure. Housing expenses affect the salary comparison.