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

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 $44,531, a Games Manager (3-5 years)earns $72,449, a Games Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $104,842,

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 $48,294, California $48,110, Massachusetts $47,469. 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: $138,212; Game Economy Designer: $92,343; Technical Game Designer: $84,152; Senior Game Designer: $81,369; Freelance Game Designer: $80,718.

Game Level Designer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Game Level Designer make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Game Level Designer in Delaware is $44,172 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): $55,914
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,995 to $50,318
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,282

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,318	$4,193	$968	$24
Average	$44,172	$3,681	$849	$21
25th Percentile	$38,995	$3,250	$750	$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: $48,294.
California: $48,110.
Massachusetts: $47,469.

District of Columbia $48,294 California $48,110 Massachusetts $47,469 Washington $47,295 New Jersey $47,277 Alaska $47,216 Connecticut $46,614 New York $46,370

Hawaii $45,589 Rhode Island $45,223 Maryland $44,974 Minnesota $44,634 Colorado $44,503 Illinois $44,460 Oregon $44,294 Delaware $44,172

New Hampshire $44,095 Virginia $43,923 Pennsylvania $43,421 Nevada $43,168 North Dakota $43,086 Michigan $42,955 Wisconsin $42,907 Vermont $42,811

Texas $42,545 Maine $42,527 Arizona $42,501 Ohio $42,471 Georgia $42,069 Indiana $41,869 Wyoming $41,829 Utah $41,768

Iowa $41,742 Kansas $41,533 Louisiana $41,472 North Carolina $41,450 Missouri $41,441 Florida $41,271 Montana $41,179 Nebraska $41,092

Kentucky $41,044 South Carolina $40,870 Tennessee $40,761 Idaho $40,717 New Mexico $40,399 Oklahoma $40,329 Alabama $40,072 South Dakota $39,640

Arkansas $39,404 West Virginia $39,278 Mississippi $38,898

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: $43,973
Little Creek: $44,295
Magnolia: $44,231

Lincoln, DE $43,973 Little Creek, DE $44,295 Magnolia, DE $44,231 Milford, DE $44,084 Marydel, DE $44,157 Millsboro, DE $43,788 Millville, DE $43,856 Milton, DE $43,932

Nassau, DE $43,964 Ocean View, DE $43,848 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,933 Seaford, DE $43,957 Selbyville, DE $43,776 Smyrna, DE $44,325 Viola, DE $44,121 Woodside, DE $44,240

Bear, DE $44,138 Newark, DE $44,121 Claymont, DE $44,211 Delaware City, DE $44,165 Hockessin, DE $44,117 Kirkwood, DE $44,157 Middletown, DE $44,174 Montchanin, DE $44,127

New Castle, DE $44,134 Odessa, DE $44,196 Port Penn, DE $44,225 Rockland, DE $44,132 Saint Georges, DE $44,160 Townsend, DE $44,228 Winterthur, DE $44,137 Lewes, DE $43,949

Wilmington, DE $44,119 Dover, DE $44,295 Dover Afb, DE $44,061 Bethany Beach, DE $43,802 Bethel, DE $43,848 Bridgeville, DE $43,951 Camden Wyoming, DE $44,170 Cheswold, DE $44,280

Clayton, DE $44,282 Dagsboro, DE $43,772 Delmar, DE $43,701 Ellendale, DE $43,834 Felton, DE $44,081 Fenwick Island, DE $43,781 Frankford, DE $43,705 Frederica, DE $44,125

Georgetown, DE $43,755 Greenwood, DE $43,958 Harbeson, DE $43,802 Harrington, DE $44,025 Hartly, DE $44,162 Houston, DE $43,962 Kenton, DE $44,284 Laurel, DE $43,729

Yorklyn, DE $44,130

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 June 01, 2026

$38,995

Average $44,172/year

$50,318

$3,250

Average $3,681/month

$4,193

$750

Average $849/week

$968

$19

Average $21/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,318	$4,193	$968	$24
Average	$44,172	$3,681	$849	$21
25th Percentile	$38,995	$3,250	$750	$19

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