How much does a graphic designer make in Pennsylvania?
$60,730a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in Pennsylvania. That is $29.20 an hour or $5,061 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.20
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,430Median: $60,730Highest 10%: $102,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,430 | $18.96 | |
| 25th | $47,670 | $22.92 | |
| Median | $60,730 | $29.20 | |
| 75th | $80,480 | $38.69 | |
| 90th | $102,100 | $49.08 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Philadelphia, PA | $63,090 |
| Gettysburg, PA | $60,060 |
| Allentown, PA | $59,710 |
| State College, PA | $58,340 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $58,150 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $57,830 |
| Lancaster, PA | $55,360 |
| York, PA | $54,980 |
| Scranton, PA | $54,950 |
| Erie, PA | $54,940 |
| Reading, PA | $54,340 |
| Lebanon, PA | $54,140 |
| Williamsport, PA | $51,710 |
| Altoona, PA | $50,530 |
| Chambersburg, PA | $49,870 |
| Johnstown, PA | $48,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for graphic designers.
| 17. Illinois | $62,560 |
| 18. Utah | $62,310 |
| 19. Florida | $61,660 |
| 20. Pennsylvania | $60,730 |
| 21. New Hampshire | $60,490 |
| 22. Georgia | $60,250 |
| 23. Texas | $60,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $29.20 ($60,730 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
No: $60,730 against $62,960 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for graphic designer pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 20 of 51 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays graphic designers the most?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD, with a median of $63,090 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.