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.