How much does a graphic designer make in Columbus?
$48,750a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in the Columbus, GA-AL metro area. That is $23.44 an hour or $4,063 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.44
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among cities
- 272 of 346
- Jobs in the area
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,120Median: $48,750Highest 10%: $82,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,120 | $14.48 | |
| 25th | $34,380 | $16.53 | |
| Median | $48,750 | $23.44 | |
| 75th | $67,010 | $32.22 | |
| 90th | $82,990 | $39.90 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for graphic designers.
| Atlanta, GA | $62,680 |
| Savannah, GA | $56,760 |
| Gainesville, GA | $55,610 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $55,250 |
| Dalton, GA | $53,630 |
| Augusta, GA | $52,880 |
| Macon, GA | $50,960 |
| Athens, GA | $47,750 |
| Albany, GA | $38,870 |
Related jobs in Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Public Relations Specialist | $61,380 |
| Producer and Director | $60,790 |
| Coach and Scout | $36,110 |
| Merchandise Displayer and Window Trimmer | $35,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, GA-AL metro area is $23.44 ($48,750 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Columbus than the national average?
No: $48,750 against $62,960 nationally, 23% less.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $60,250, so Columbus pays 19% less.
Where does Columbus rank for graphic designer pay?
272 of 346 metro areas with data.
How much does a graphic designer make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $30,120 or less a year; the top 10% make $82,990 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.