VP of Design Salary in El Dorado County

El Dorado County is near Sacramento's expanding tech scene. The cost of living is higher than rural counties, though still below Bay Area levels. VP of Design jobs can be found at tech startups, regional agencies, and public sector employers.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$110,000 to $130,000

Average (per year)

$119,000

Salary data for entry-level VP of Design positions in El Dorado County include tech-adjacent companies and regional creative agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$131,000 to $151,000

Average (per year)

$141,000

Mid-level professionals work for firms supporting Sacramento's tech sector and local government initiatives.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$152,000 to $176,000

Average (per year)

$163,000

Design teams at larger tech startups, educational institutions, and regional health systems are overseen by senior VPs.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$177,000+

Executive positions in tech, education, and government organizations include principal and lead roles.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$53 - $63

per hour

Mid-level

$65 - $76

per hour

Senior

$79 - $91

per hour