Service Designer Salary in Leiria, Portugal

Leiria offers mid‑level service designers around €25,000 a year. The figure reflects a balance between the city's economy and its modest living costs.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€17,800 to €22,500

Average (per year)

€20,000

Graduates find roles in local government or small agencies, with salaries reflecting the rural economy.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€23,000 to €28,000

Average (per year)

€25,000

With more experience, designers work with regional SMEs or tourism-related businesses.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€28,500 to €33,500

Average (per year)

€31,000

Those at the senior level take on strategic roles in municipal projects or hospitality groups.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€34,000+

Senior designers can earn higher salaries.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€11 - €14

per hour

Mid-level

€15 - €20

per hour

Senior

€21 - €26

per hour

Nationally, service designers average about €30,000, so Leiria sits slightly below the Portuguese mean. However, lower housing costs give the salary more purchasing power than in Lisbon.