How much does a graphic designer make in Phoenix?
$59,090a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $28.41 an hour or $4,924 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.41
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among cities
- 119 of 346
- Jobs in the area
- 2,810
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,760Median: $59,090Highest 10%: $89,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,760 | $22.00 | |
| 25th | $50,900 | $24.47 | |
| Median | $59,090 | $28.41 | |
| 75th | $76,100 | $36.59 | |
| 90th | $89,390 | $42.98 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for graphic designers.
| Flagstaff, AZ | $61,630 |
| Tucson, AZ | $57,710 |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | $54,150 |
Related jobs in Phoenix
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Special Effects Artist and Animator | $96,670 |
| Technical Writer | $83,480 |
| Broadcast Technician | $81,640 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $80,440 |
| Producer and Director | $72,740 |
| Camera Operator | $71,080 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $70,490 |
| Media and Communication Equipment Worker | $67,890 |
| Sound Engineering Technician | $66,360 |
| Editor | $64,970 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $28.41 ($59,090 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Phoenix than the national average?
No: $59,090 against $62,960 nationally, 6% less.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $58,510, so Phoenix pays 1% more.
Where does Phoenix rank for graphic designer pay?
119 of 346 metro areas with data.
How much does a graphic designer make starting out in Phoenix?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,760 or less a year; the top 10% make $89,390 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.