How much does a graphic designer make in Portland?
$67,650a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $32.52 an hour or $5,638 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.52
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 30 of 346
- Jobs in the area
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,020Median: $67,650Highest 10%: $83,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,020 | $19.72 | |
| 25th | $51,070 | $24.55 | |
| Median | $67,650 | $32.52 | |
| 75th | $78,150 | $37.57 | |
| 90th | $83,740 | $40.26 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for graphic designers.
| Bangor, ME | $56,570 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Technical Writer | $78,160 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $74,480 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $68,330 |
| Interior Designer | $66,260 |
| Producer and Director | $63,090 |
| Broadcast Technician | $54,950 |
| Audio and Video Technician | $50,540 |
| News Analyst | $50,390 |
| Editor | $50,180 |
| Photographer | $47,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $32.52 ($67,650 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $67,650 against $62,960 nationally, 7% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $60,030, so Portland pays 13% more.
Where does Portland rank for graphic designer pay?
30 of 346 metro areas with data.
How much does a graphic designer make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $41,020 or less a year; the top 10% make $83,740 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.