Service Designer Salary in Santa Cruz County, California
Santa Cruz County includes agriculture, public sector, and remote tech employers. Salaries are influenced by small-city living costs and remote work opportunities.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$67,000 to $91,000
Average (per year)
$78,000
Entry-level salaries are determined by employers across rural and urban settings.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$88,000 to $115,000
Average (per year)
$101,000
Mid-level designers work in county government, healthcare, and remote contracting.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$112,000 to $134,000
Average (per year)
$122,000
Senior roles require experience in service delivery or digital transformation projects.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$137,000+
Principal salaries vary based on employer size, with top rates seen in government and healthcare system leadership.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$37 - $50
per hour
Mid-level
$50 - $74
per hour
Senior
$76 - $105
per hour