Service Designer Salary in United States
Across the United States, mid‑level service designers earn a median of $73,000 per year. Major tech hubs such as San Francisco and Austin are included in the salary range data. Finance and healthcare companies are also listed as employers of this talent.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$54,000 to $65,000
Average (per year)
$59,000
Municipal and healthcare employers commonly hire entry-level designers in Carrollton, valuing foundational service design skills.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$66,000 to $80,000
Average (per year)
$73,000
Regional businesses and public agencies hire mid-level designers for their expertise in process improvement and user research.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$80,000 to $95,000
Average (per year)
$88,000
Senior roles provide leadership in local government or healthcare systems and require cross‑functional project management.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$96,000+
Strategic initiatives are led by principal designers in larger county organizations, and they may also consult for regional tech startups.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$28 - $38
per hour
Mid-level
$39 - $52
per hour
Senior
$53 - $68
per hour
Market Overview
In Silicon Valley, service designers work on digital experiences for consumer apps. Boston biotech firms include service designers in patient‑centered service mapping projects. In the Midwest, startups are working on service design for supply‑chain platforms.