What are the main factors that influence an Assistant 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 Assistant Graphic Designer?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Graphic Designer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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

An Assistant Graphic Designer's salary grows with experience: a Assistant Graphic Designer (0-2 years)earns $61,814, a Graphic Design Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $72,426, a Graphic Design Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $87,928, a Graphic Design Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $108,585, a Graphic Design Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $127,652,

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

Assistant Graphic Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Graphic Designer roles are District of Columbia $66,957, California $66,703, Massachusetts $65,814. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Assistant 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.

Assistant Graphic Designer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assistant Graphic Designer make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Graphic Designer in Delaware is $61,242 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,215
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,004 to $66,986
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,504

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Assistant Graphic Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,986	$5,582	$1,288	$32
Average	$61,242	$5,104	$1,178	$29
25th Percentile	$53,004	$4,417	$1,019	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Graphic Designer Salaries

An Assistant 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 Assistant Graphic Designer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant 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): $61,814
Early Career (1-2 years): $72,426
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,928
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $108,585
Expert (over 8 years): $127,652

Levels	Salary
Assistant... Level Assistant Graphic Designer	$61,814
Graphic D... Level Assistant Graphic Designer	$72,426
Graphic D... Level Assistant Graphic Designer	$87,928
Graphic D... Level Assistant Graphic Designer	$108,585
Graphic D... Level Assistant Graphic Designer	$127,652

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

District of Columbia: $66,957.
California: $66,703.
Massachusetts: $65,814.

District of Columbia $66,957 California $66,703 Massachusetts $65,814 Washington $65,572 New Jersey $65,548 Alaska $65,463 Connecticut $64,629 New York $64,290

Hawaii $63,207 Rhode Island $62,699 Maryland $62,355 Minnesota $61,883 Colorado $61,702 Illinois $61,641 Oregon $61,411 Delaware $61,242

New Hampshire $61,136 Virginia $60,897 Pennsylvania $60,202 Nevada $59,851 North Dakota $59,736 Michigan $59,555 Wisconsin $59,488 Vermont $59,355

Texas $58,986 Maine $58,962 Arizona $58,926 Ohio $58,884 Georgia $58,327 Indiana $58,049 Wyoming $57,995 Utah $57,910

Iowa $57,874 Kansas $57,583 Louisiana $57,499 North Carolina $57,468 Missouri $57,456 Florida $57,220 Montana $57,094 Nebraska $56,973

Kentucky $56,906 South Carolina $56,664 Tennessee $56,513 Idaho $56,452 New Mexico $56,011 Oklahoma $55,914 Alabama $55,557 South Dakota $54,959

Arkansas $54,632 West Virginia $54,457 Mississippi $53,931

Top Paying Cities for Assistant 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: $60,966
Little Creek: $61,413
Magnolia: $61,324

Lincoln, DE $60,966 Little Creek, DE $61,413 Magnolia, DE $61,324 Milford, DE $61,121 Marydel, DE $61,221 Millsboro, DE $60,710 Millville, DE $60,804 Milton, DE $60,909

Nassau, DE $60,954 Ocean View, DE $60,794 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,911 Seaford, DE $60,945 Selbyville, DE $60,693 Smyrna, DE $61,455 Viola, DE $61,172 Woodside, DE $61,336

Bear, DE $61,195 Newark, DE $61,172 Claymont, DE $61,297 Delaware City, DE $61,233 Hockessin, DE $61,166 Kirkwood, DE $61,221 Middletown, DE $61,245 Montchanin, DE $61,180

New Castle, DE $61,189 Odessa, DE $61,275 Port Penn, DE $61,316 Rockland, DE $61,186 Saint Georges, DE $61,226 Townsend, DE $61,320 Winterthur, DE $61,194 Lewes, DE $60,933

Wilmington, DE $61,169 Dover, DE $61,413 Dover Afb, DE $61,089 Bethany Beach, DE $60,730 Bethel, DE $60,793 Bridgeville, DE $60,936 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,240 Cheswold, DE $61,393

Clayton, DE $61,394 Dagsboro, DE $60,687 Delmar, DE $60,590 Ellendale, DE $60,774 Felton, DE $61,116 Fenwick Island, DE $60,701 Frankford, DE $60,595 Frederica, DE $61,177

Georgetown, DE $60,664 Greenwood, DE $60,946 Harbeson, DE $60,729 Harrington, DE $61,039 Hartly, DE $61,229 Houston, DE $60,952 Kenton, DE $61,397 Laurel, DE $60,628

Yorklyn, DE $61,185

Assistant Graphic Designer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Graphic Designer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Graphic Designer positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Graphic Designer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Graphic Designer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$73,490	$35.0	20%

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

Understanding how an Assistant 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

$53,004

Average $61,242/year

$66,986

$4,417

Average $5,104/month

$5,582

$1,019

Average $1,178/week

$1,288

$25

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,986	$5,582	$1,288	$32
Average	$61,242	$5,104	$1,178	$29
25th Percentile	$53,004	$4,417	$1,019	$25

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