As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Sound Designer in Grand Rapids, MI is $55,187, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,061 weekly, or $4,599 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Sound Designer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Sound Designer in Grand Rapids, MI vary widely, spanning from $43,321 to $67,688. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,976) and 75th percentile ($61,731), while top earners (90th percentile) make $67,688 per year. This $12,755 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Plumbing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Grand Rapids Sound Designer often earn 2.9% lower than national averages. However, Grand Rapids currently ranks 524 statewide for Sound 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
Sound Designer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Sound Designer Salary $43,321 Grand Rapids, MI August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Sound Designer Salary $48,976 Grand Rapids, MI August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Sound Designer Salary $55,187 Grand Rapids, MI August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Sound Designer Salary $61,731 Grand Rapids, MI August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Sound Designer Salary $67,688 Grand Rapids, MI August 01, 2026
25% $48,976 10% $43,321 90% $67,688 75% $61,731 $55,187 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Grand Rapids, Michigan    Grand Rapids is the second-largest city in Michigan, and the largest city in West Michigan. It is on the Grand River about 30 miles (48 km) east of La....More

Grand Rapids, Michigan  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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