How much does a graphic designer make in North Carolina?
$58,450a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in North Carolina. That is $28.10 an hour or $4,871 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.10
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,660
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,680Median: $58,450Highest 10%: $95,380
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,680 | $18.12 | |
| 25th | $46,710 | $22.46 | |
| Median | $58,450 | $28.10 | |
| 75th | $74,410 | $35.77 | |
| 90th | $95,380 | $45.86 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Durham, NC | $63,580 |
| Raleigh, NC | $61,700 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $60,150 |
| Charlotte, NC | $59,810 |
| Jacksonville, NC | $58,230 |
| Burlington, NC | $56,990 |
| Asheville, NC | $56,760 |
| Greensboro, NC | $55,240 |
| Greenville, NC | $54,860 |
| Wilmington, NC | $54,720 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | $52,070 |
| Hickory, NC | $50,540 |
| Pinehurst, NC | $50,230 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $49,920 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $49,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for graphic designers.
| 26. Maine | $60,030 |
| 27. Wisconsin | $59,900 |
| 28. Arizona | $58,510 |
| 29. North Carolina | $58,450 |
| 30. Hawaii | $58,070 |
| 31. Michigan | $57,350 |
| 32. Tennessee | $57,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $28.10 ($58,450 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $58,450 against $62,960 nationally, 7% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for graphic designer pay?
North Carolina ranks 29 of 51 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays graphic designers the most?
Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, with a median of $63,580 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.