What are the main factors that influence an Intermediate Graphic Designer'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 Intermediate Graphic Designer?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Intermediate Graphic Designer roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Intermediate Graphic Designer's salary?

An Intermediate Graphic Designer's salary grows with experience: a Graphic Design Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $59,897, a Graphic Design Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $70,179, a Intermediate Graphic Designer (4-7 years)earns $85,200, a Graphic Design Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $105,217, a Graphic Design Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $123,693,

What are the highest paying states for an Intermediate Graphic Designer?

Intermediate Graphic Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Intermediate Graphic Designer roles are District of Columbia $91,443, California $91,096, Massachusetts $89,882. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Intermediate Graphic Designer roles make?

Salaries for Intermediate Graphic Designer level roles vary by specialization: Graphic Designer V: $123,390; Graphic Designer IV: $104,990; Sr Graphic Designer: $85,002; Graphic Designer III: $84,973; Product Graphic Designer: $77,091.

Intermediate Graphic Designer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Intermediate Graphic Designer make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Intermediate Graphic Designer in Delaware is $83,639 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, an Intermediate Graphic Designer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,615
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,142 to $91,478
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,317

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Intermediate Graphic Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,478	$7,623	$1,759	$44
Average	$83,639	$6,970	$1,608	$40
25th Percentile	$76,142	$6,345	$1,464	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Intermediate Graphic Designer Salaries

An Intermediate Graphic Designer'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 Intermediate Graphic Designer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Intermediate Graphic Designer'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): $59,897
Early Career (1-2 years): $70,179
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,200
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $105,217
Expert (over 8 years): $123,693

Levels	Salary
Graphic D... Level Intermediate Graphic Designer	$59,897
Graphic D... Level Intermediate Graphic Designer	$70,179
Intermedi... Level Intermediate Graphic Designer	$85,200
Graphic D... Level Intermediate Graphic Designer	$105,217
Graphic D... Level Intermediate Graphic Designer	$123,693

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How Do Intermediate Graphic Designer 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 Intermediate Graphic Designers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,443.
California: $91,096.
Massachusetts: $89,882.

District of Columbia $91,443 California $91,096 Massachusetts $89,882 Washington $89,552 New Jersey $89,519 Alaska $89,403 Connecticut $88,264 New York $87,801

Hawaii $86,323 Rhode Island $85,629 Maryland $85,158 Minnesota $84,514 Colorado $84,266 Illinois $84,184 Oregon $83,870 Delaware $83,639

New Hampshire $83,493 Virginia $83,168 Pennsylvania $82,218 Nevada $81,739 North Dakota $81,582 Michigan $81,334 Wisconsin $81,243 Vermont $81,062

Texas $80,558 Maine $80,525 Arizona $80,475 Ohio $80,418 Georgia $79,658 Indiana $79,278 Wyoming $79,204 Utah $79,088

Iowa $79,038 Kansas $78,642 Louisiana $78,526 North Carolina $78,485 Missouri $78,468 Florida $78,146 Montana $77,973 Nebraska $77,808

Kentucky $77,717 South Carolina $77,387 Tennessee $77,180 Idaho $77,097 New Mexico $76,495 Oklahoma $76,362 Alabama $75,875 South Dakota $75,058

Arkansas $74,612 West Virginia $74,372 Mississippi $73,653

Top Paying Cities for Intermediate Graphic Designers

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:

Lincoln: $83,262
Little Creek: $83,871
Magnolia: $83,751

Lincoln, DE $83,262 Little Creek, DE $83,871 Magnolia, DE $83,751 Milford, DE $83,473 Marydel, DE $83,611 Millsboro, DE $82,913 Millville, DE $83,041 Milton, DE $83,184

Nassau, DE $83,245 Ocean View, DE $83,027 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,186 Seaford, DE $83,233 Selbyville, DE $82,889 Smyrna, DE $83,929 Viola, DE $83,543 Woodside, DE $83,767

Bear, DE $83,574 Newark, DE $83,543 Claymont, DE $83,714 Delaware City, DE $83,626 Hockessin, DE $83,535 Kirkwood, DE $83,611 Middletown, DE $83,643 Montchanin, DE $83,554

New Castle, DE $83,567 Odessa, DE $83,684 Port Penn, DE $83,740 Rockland, DE $83,563 Saint Georges, DE $83,616 Townsend, DE $83,745 Winterthur, DE $83,573 Lewes, DE $83,217

Wilmington, DE $83,539 Dover, DE $83,871 Dover Afb, DE $83,430 Bethany Beach, DE $82,939 Bethel, DE $83,025 Bridgeville, DE $83,221 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,635 Cheswold, DE $83,844

Clayton, DE $83,847 Dagsboro, DE $82,881 Delmar, DE $82,748 Ellendale, DE $82,999 Felton, DE $83,467 Fenwick Island, DE $82,899 Frankford, DE $82,755 Frederica, DE $83,549

Georgetown, DE $82,850 Greenwood, DE $83,234 Harbeson, DE $82,938 Harrington, DE $83,361 Hartly, DE $83,620 Houston, DE $83,242 Kenton, DE $83,851 Laurel, DE $82,800

Yorklyn, DE $83,560

Intermediate Graphic Designer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Intermediate Graphic Designer 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 Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Intermediate Graphic Designer positions in Telecom or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Intermediate Graphic Designer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Intermediate Graphic Designer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$108,730	$52.0	30%
Financial Services	$100,366	$48.0	20%
Healthcare	$96,184	$46.0	15%
Biotechnology	$93,675	$45.0	12%
Insurance	$90,330	$43.0	8%

Intermediate Graphic Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Intermediate Graphic Designer'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

$76,142

Average $83,639/year

$91,478

$6,345

Average $6,970/month

$7,623

$1,464

Average $1,608/week

$1,759

$37

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,478	$7,623	$1,759	$44
Average	$83,639	$6,970	$1,608	$40
25th Percentile	$76,142	$6,345	$1,464	$37

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