As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Computer Designer in Appleton, WI is $42,557, equivalent to $20 per hour, $818 weekly, or $3,546 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Computer Designer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Computer Designer in Appleton, WI vary widely, spanning from $35,093 to $50,254. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($38,650) and 75th percentile ($46,586), while top earners (90th percentile) make $50,254 per year. This $7,936 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Presentation or Packaging, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Appleton Computer Designer often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Appleton currently ranks 489 statewide for Computer Designer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Computer Designer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $35,093 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $38,650 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $42,557 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $46,586 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $50,254 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
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About Appleton, Wisconsin    Appleton is a city in Outagamie (mostly), Calumet, and Winnebago counties in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. One of the Fox Cities, it is situated on the....More

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