What are the main factors that influence a Creative/Design Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Creative/Design Manager?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Creative/Design Manager roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Creative/Design Manager's salary?

A Creative/Design Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $135,258 for beginners, reaching about $137,590 at mid-level, and approach $143,994 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Creative/Design Manager?

Creative/Design Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Creative/Design Manager roles are District of Columbia $148,000, California $147,500, Massachusetts $145,500. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Creative/Design Manager Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Creative/Design Manager make in Hawaii?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Creative/Design Manager in Hawaii is $139,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

However, a Creative/Design Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $161,479
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $127,800 to $151,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $116,966

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Creative/Design Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,100	$12,592	$2,906	$73
Average	$139,700	$11,642	$2,687	$67
25th Percentile	$127,800	$10,650	$2,458	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Creative/Design Manager Salaries

A Creative/Design Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Creative/Design Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Creative/Design Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $135,258
Early Career (1-2 years): $135,796
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $137,590
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,784
Expert (over 8 years): $143,994

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Creative/Design Manager	$135,258
Intermediate Level Creative/Design Manager	$135,796
Senior Level Creative/Design Manager	$137,590
Specialist Level Creative/Design Manager	$141,784
Expert Level Creative/Design Manager	$143,994

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How Do Creative/Design Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Creative/Design Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $148,000.
California: $147,500.
Massachusetts: $145,500.

District of Columbia $148,000 California $147,500 Massachusetts $145,500 Washington $145,000 New Jersey $144,900 Alaska $144,700 Connecticut $142,900 New York $142,100

Hawaii $139,700 Rhode Island $138,600 Maryland $137,800 Minnesota $136,800 Colorado $136,400 Illinois $136,300 Oregon $135,800 Delaware $135,400

New Hampshire $135,200 Virginia $134,600 Pennsylvania $133,100 Nevada $132,300 North Dakota $132,100 Michigan $131,700 Wisconsin $131,500 Vermont $131,200

Texas $130,400 Arizona $130,300 Maine $130,300 Ohio $130,200 Georgia $128,900 Indiana $128,300 Wyoming $128,200 Utah $128,000

Iowa $127,900 Kansas $127,300 Louisiana $127,100 North Carolina $127,000 Missouri $127,000 Florida $126,500 Montana $126,200 Nebraska $126,000

Kentucky $125,800 South Carolina $125,300 Tennessee $124,900 Idaho $124,800 New Mexico $123,800 Oklahoma $123,600 Alabama $122,800 South Dakota $121,500

Arkansas $120,800 West Virginia $120,400 Mississippi $119,200

Top Paying Cities for Creative/Design Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $139,000
Anahola: $137,200
Captain Cook: $137,000

Aiea, HI $139,000 Anahola, HI $137,200 Captain Cook, HI $137,000 Eleele, HI $137,400 Ewa Beach, HI $138,900 Kapolei, HI $138,700 Haiku, HI $137,300 Hakalau, HI $136,900

Haleiwa, HI $138,500 Hana, HI $136,900 Hanalei, HI $137,000 Hanamaulu, HI $137,300 Hanapepe, HI $137,400 Hauula, HI $138,700 Hawaii National Park, HI $137,100 Hawi, HI $137,300

Hilo, HI $137,200 Princeville, HI $137,200 Holualoa, HI $137,100 Honaunau, HI $136,800 Honokaa, HI $137,000 Honomu, HI $137,200 Hoolehua, HI $136,800 Kaaawa, HI $138,700

Kahuku, HI $138,400 Kahului, HI $137,600 Kailua, HI $138,900 Ocean View, HI $137,200 Waikoloa, HI $137,200 Keauhou, HI $137,100 Kailua Kona, HI $137,200 Kalaheo, HI $137,300

Kalaupapa, HI $136,700 Kamuela, HI $137,100 Kaneohe, HI $138,900 Kapaa, HI $137,400 Kaumakani, HI $137,500 Kaunakakai, HI $137,000 Keaau, HI $137,300 Kealakekua, HI $137,300

Kealia, HI $137,300 Kekaha, HI $137,200 Kihei, HI $137,400 Kilauea, HI $137,200 Kapaau, HI $137,100 Koloa, HI $137,300 Kualapuu, HI $137,000 Kunia, HI $138,700

Kurtistown, HI $137,300 Lahaina, HI $137,300 Laie, HI $138,600 Lanai City, HI $137,000 Laupahoehoe, HI $137,300 Lawai, HI $137,500 Lihue, HI $137,300 Makawao, HI $137,400

Makaweli, HI $136,900 Maunaloa, HI $136,600 Mountain View, HI $137,200 Naalehu, HI $136,900 Ninole, HI $136,800 Ookala, HI $136,900 Paauilo, HI $137,000 Pahala, HI $137,000

Pahoa, HI $137,100 Paia, HI $137,300 Papaaloa, HI $137,300 Papaikou, HI $137,000 Pearl City, HI $138,900 Pepeekeo, HI $137,300 Puunene, HI $137,600 Volcano, HI $137,100

Wahiawa, HI $138,600 Pukalani, HI $137,400 Mililani, HI $138,800 Kula, HI $137,100 Waialua, HI $138,400 Waianae, HI $138,500 Wailuku, HI $137,400 Waimanalo, HI $138,900

Waimea, HI $137,500 Waipahu, HI $138,800 Honolulu, HI $139,000 J B P H H, HI $139,000 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $138,700 Schofield Barracks, HI $138,700 Fort Shafter, HI $139,000 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $139,000

Camp H M Smith, HI $139,000 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $138,900 Wake Island, HI $139,000

Creative/Design Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Creative/Design Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $156,386. While startup companies pay approximate $132,299.

Creative/Design Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$132,299
Growth Stage	51~500	$139,922
Established	501~5000	$151,019
Enterprise	5000+	$156,386

Creative/Design Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Creative/Design Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Creative/Design Manager positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Creative/Design Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Creative/Design Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$181,610	$87.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$174,625	$84.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$167,640	$81.0	20%
Financial Services	$167,640	$81.0	20%
Software & Networking	$160,655	$77.0	15%

Creative/Design Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Creative/Design Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$127,800

Average $139,700/year

$151,100

$10,650

Average $11,642/month

$12,592

$2,458

Average $2,687/week

$2,906

$61

Average $67/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,100	$12,592	$2,906	$73
Average	$139,700	$11,642	$2,687	$67
25th Percentile	$127,800	$10,650	$2,458	$61

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