How much does a graphic designer make in Connecticut?
$72,700a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in Connecticut. That is $34.95 an hour or $6,058 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.95
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,930
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,420Median: $72,700Highest 10%: $106,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,420 | $22.80 | |
| 25th | $58,510 | $28.13 | |
| Median | $72,700 | $34.95 | |
| 75th | $84,790 | $40.76 | |
| 90th | $106,800 | $51.36 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bridgeport, CT | $81,800 |
| Hartford, CT | $70,870 |
| Waterbury, CT | $68,350 |
| New Haven, CT | $68,150 |
| Norwich, CT | $65,520 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for graphic designers.
| 6. Maryland | $75,120 |
| 7. New Jersey | $73,790 |
| 8. Washington | $72,710 |
| 9. Connecticut | $72,700 |
| 10. Virginia | $72,310 |
| 11. Colorado | $66,330 |
| 12. Oregon | $66,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $34.95 ($72,700 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $72,700 against $62,960 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for graphic designer pay?
Connecticut ranks 9 of 51 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays graphic designers the most?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT, with a median of $81,800 a year.
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.