Service Designer Salary in Italy
In Italy, mid‑level service designers earn salaries that vary. Demand for service designers comes from various sectors.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€22,000 to €27,000
Average (per year)
€24,500
Entry-level roles in Altamura start in local consultancies, regional manufacturers, or retailers.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€27,000 to €33,000
Average (per year)
€29,625
Mid-level designers work with established Apulian businesses.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€33,000 to €39,750
Average (per year)
€36,000
Senior professionals work in local health, food, and small industrial sectors.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€40,000+
Principal designers consult for larger regional firms or manage small teams in the private and municipal sectors.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€14 - €20
per hour
Mid-level
€20 - €29
per hour
Senior
€29 - €40
per hour
Market Overview
Service designers are found in design studios in Milan and cultural institutions in Rome. Service designers are involved with automotive companies near Turin and with startups in Bologna.