Service Designer Salary in Saudi Arabia

Mid‑level service designers in Riyadh earn about SAR15,800 per year. Housing subsidies and low taxes affect net earnings.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

SAR9,000 to SAR12,300

Average (per year)

SAR10,800

Fresh graduates work with smaller municipal agencies or telecom providers, earning salaries at the lower end of the national range.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

SAR14,000 to SAR18,000

Average (per year)

SAR15,800

Mid-career professionals have experience with government service projects and receive pay reflecting their specialized skills.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

SAR19,500 to SAR26,000

Average (per year)

SAR22,500

Senior designers work on infrastructure or digital projects.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

SAR28,000+

Principal-level roles exist in the area.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

SAR60 - SAR90

per hour

Mid-level

SAR90 - SAR130

per hour

Senior

SAR130 - SAR185

per hour

Market Overview

Designers work in Dhahran. Financial institutions in Jeddah value cross‑functional expertise. Companies consider expatriate housing costs when designing packages.