As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Computer Designer in Oakland, CA is $53,715, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,033 weekly, or $4,476 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 Oakland, CA vary widely, spanning from $44,244 to $63,424. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,757) and 75th percentile ($58,797), while top earners (90th percentile) make $63,424 per year. This $10,040 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, Oakland Computer Designer often earn 10.7% higher than national averages. However, Oakland currently ranks 6 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 $44,244 Oakland, CA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $48,757 Oakland, CA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $53,715 Oakland, CA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $58,797 Oakland, CA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $63,424 Oakland, CA February 01, 2026
25% $48,757 10% $44,244 90% $63,424 75% $58,797 $53,715 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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