Service Designer Salary in Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona offers a median mid‑level salary of €31,000 for service designers. Housing costs influence net take‑home. Tech and tourism sectors hire for this talent.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€23,000 to €27,750

Average (per year)

€25,375

Graduates employed by local agencies start at entry-level salaries, while those hired by Barcelona-based firms may earn higher amounts.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€27,750 to €34,500

Average (per year)

€31,000

Mid-level designers work in tech-adjacent roles, including transport and public sector positions.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€34,500 to €42,000

Average (per year)

€38,125

Experienced designers with solid portfolios can receive higher compensation from digital consultancies or government projects.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€42,500+

Lead designers working with regional institutions or multinational clients start above €41,000, with further increases for strategic roles.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€15 - €22

per hour

Mid-level

€22 - €32

per hour

Senior

€32 - €45

per hour

Barcelona's median sits below the Spanish average for the same role, which hovers around €35,000. Living expenses vary across neighborhoods.