What are the main factors that influence a Game Level 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 Game Level Designer?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Game Level Designer roles, with salaries approximately 5% above the market median.

How does experience change A Game Level Designer's salary?

A Game Level Designer's salary grows with experience: a Game Level Designer (0-3 years)earns $44,532, a Games Manager (3-5 years)earns $72,471, a Games Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $104,850,

What are the highest paying states for a Game Level Designer?

Game Level Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Game Level Designer roles are District of Columbia $48,282, California $48,099, Massachusetts $47,458. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Game Level Designer roles make?

Salaries for Game Level Designer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Game Designer: $138,207; Game Economy Designer: $92,350; Technical Game Designer: $84,120; Senior Game Designer: $81,363; Freelance Game Designer: $80,716.

Game Level Designer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Game Level Designer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Game Level Designer in Delaware is $44,161 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, a Game Level Designer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,715
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,822 to $50,209
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,960

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Game Level Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,209	$4,184	$966	$24
Average	$44,161	$3,680	$849	$21
25th Percentile	$38,822	$3,235	$747	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Game Level Designer Salaries

A Game Level 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 Do Game Level 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 Game Level Designers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,282.
California: $48,099.
Massachusetts: $47,458.

District of Columbia $48,282 California $48,099 Massachusetts $47,458 Washington $47,284 New Jersey $47,266 Alaska $47,205 Connecticut $46,603 New York $46,359

Hawaii $45,579 Rhode Island $45,212 Maryland $44,964 Minnesota $44,624 Colorado $44,493 Illinois $44,449 Oregon $44,283 Delaware $44,161

New Hampshire $44,085 Virginia $43,913 Pennsylvania $43,411 Nevada $43,158 North Dakota $43,075 Michigan $42,945 Wisconsin $42,897 Vermont $42,801

Texas $42,535 Maine $42,517 Arizona $42,491 Ohio $42,461 Georgia $42,059 Indiana $41,859 Wyoming $41,820 Utah $41,759

Iowa $41,732 Kansas $41,523 Louisiana $41,462 North Carolina $41,440 Missouri $41,431 Florida $41,261 Montana $41,170 Nebraska $41,083

Kentucky $41,035 South Carolina $40,860 Tennessee $40,751 Idaho $40,708 New Mexico $40,389 Oklahoma $40,319 Alabama $40,062 South Dakota $39,630

Arkansas $39,395 West Virginia $39,269 Mississippi $38,889

Top Paying Cities for Game Level 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: $43,962
Little Creek: $44,284
Magnolia: $44,221

Lincoln, DE $43,962 Little Creek, DE $44,284 Magnolia, DE $44,221 Milford, DE $44,074 Marydel, DE $44,146 Millsboro, DE $43,778 Millville, DE $43,846 Milton, DE $43,921

Nassau, DE $43,953 Ocean View, DE $43,838 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,922 Seaford, DE $43,947 Selbyville, DE $43,765 Smyrna, DE $44,315 Viola, DE $44,111 Woodside, DE $44,229

Bear, DE $44,127 Newark, DE $44,111 Claymont, DE $44,201 Delaware City, DE $44,155 Hockessin, DE $44,107 Kirkwood, DE $44,146 Middletown, DE $44,163 Montchanin, DE $44,117

New Castle, DE $44,123 Odessa, DE $44,185 Port Penn, DE $44,215 Rockland, DE $44,121 Saint Georges, DE $44,150 Townsend, DE $44,218 Winterthur, DE $44,126 Lewes, DE $43,938

Wilmington, DE $44,109 Dover, DE $44,284 Dover Afb, DE $44,051 Bethany Beach, DE $43,792 Bethel, DE $43,837 Bridgeville, DE $43,941 Camden Wyoming, DE $44,160 Cheswold, DE $44,270

Clayton, DE $44,271 Dagsboro, DE $43,761 Delmar, DE $43,691 Ellendale, DE $43,824 Felton, DE $44,071 Fenwick Island, DE $43,771 Frankford, DE $43,695 Frederica, DE $44,114

Georgetown, DE $43,745 Greenwood, DE $43,948 Harbeson, DE $43,792 Harrington, DE $44,015 Hartly, DE $44,152 Houston, DE $43,952 Kenton, DE $44,273 Laurel, DE $43,719

Yorklyn, DE $44,120

Game Level Designer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Game Level Designer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 15% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Financial Services, offers compensation 5% above the average. Conversely, Game Level Designer positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Game Level Designer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Game Level Designer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$46,369	$22.0	5%
Hospitality & Leisure	$46,369	$22.0	5%

Game Level Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Game Level 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 July 01, 2026

$38,822

Average $44,161/year

$50,209

$3,235

Average $3,680/month

$4,184

$747

Average $849/week

$966

$19

Average $21/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,209	$4,184	$966	$24
Average	$44,161	$3,680	$849	$21
25th Percentile	$38,822	$3,235	$747	$19

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