How much does a graphic designer make in New Jersey?
$73,790a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in New Jersey. That is $35.48 an hour or $6,149 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.48
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,670
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,490Median: $73,790Highest 10%: $122,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,490 | $22.83 | |
| 25th | $59,150 | $28.44 | |
| Median | $73,790 | $35.48 | |
| 75th | $92,040 | $44.25 | |
| 90th | $122,900 | $59.11 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $79,280 |
| Trenton, NJ | $71,750 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $63,830 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $63,090 |
| Allentown, PA | $59,710 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for graphic designers.
| 4. Massachusetts | $76,710 |
| 5. California | $75,130 |
| 6. Maryland | $75,120 |
| 7. New Jersey | $73,790 |
| 8. Washington | $72,710 |
| 9. Connecticut | $72,700 |
| 10. Virginia | $72,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $35.48 ($73,790 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $73,790 against $62,960 nationally, 17% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for graphic designer pay?
New Jersey ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays graphic designers the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $79,280 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.