Service Designer Salary in El Dorado County

El Dorado County borders Sacramento and benefits from a mix of public sector employers. Service designers support projects in healthcare, tourism, or local government. Higher cost of living contributes to salaries above those in other rural counties.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$57,000 to $67,000

Average (per year)

$62,000

In entry-level positions, professionals help drive digital transformation for local government, healthcare, and tourism services.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$68,000 to $85,000

Average (per year)

$76,500

Mid-level service designers work on projects for county agencies and regional technology consultants.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$86,000 to $98,000

Average (per year)

$92,000

Senior professionals oversee large-scale service improvements, either in El Dorado Hills or for state contractors.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$99,000+

Principal-level roles set strategy for public sector modernization or work with regional IT firms.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$29 - $40

per hour

Mid-level

$41 - $56

per hour

Senior

$57 - $72

per hour