Service Designer Salary in Odawara, Kanagawa

Local businesses, including logistics and tech-driven firms, value practical service design skills. Salaries reflect local industry needs and a moderate cost of living compared to larger Kanagawa cities.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥3,300,000 to ¥4,100,000

Average (per year)

¥3,700,000

Young professionals in Odawara enter the field through logistics, local government, or growing software firms.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥4,200,000 to ¥5,200,000

Average (per year)

¥4,700,000

Project leads at this level coordinate service improvements in transportation, food processing, or city services.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥5,300,000 to ¥6,600,000

Average (per year)

¥5,950,000

Senior roles oversee digital transformation or manage cross-departmental teams in regional organizations.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥6,700,000+

Principal designers advise on strategic initiatives for large employers or city government projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥2100 - ¥2600

per hour

Mid-level

¥2700 - ¥3500

per hour

Senior

¥3600 - ¥4700

per hour