VP of Design Salary in Payne County
Payne County is anchored by Oklahoma State University and several energy companies. Salaries are adjusted for local cost of living. Education and agriculture employers have VP-level design positions.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$110,000 to $132,000
Average (per year)
$121,000
Entry-level executives work locally.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$133,000 to $159,000
Average (per year)
$146,000
Mid-level managers oversee design at local educational and agricultural organizations.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$160,000 to $190,000
Average (per year)
$175,000
Senior VPs lead design for major education and energy employers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$191,000+
Principal VPs direct design for large universities and regional headquarters.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$52 - $68
per hour
Mid-level
$69 - $87
per hour
Senior
$88 - $106
per hour