How much does a graphic designer make in Richmond?
$66,350a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $31.90 an hour or $5,529 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.90
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 37 of 346
- Jobs in the area
- 760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,220Median: $66,350Highest 10%: $106,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,220 | $18.86 | |
| 25th | $50,640 | $24.35 | |
| Median | $66,350 | $31.90 | |
| 75th | $81,470 | $39.17 | |
| 90th | $106,100 | $51.03 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for graphic designers.
| Washington, DC | $85,420 |
| Winchester, VA | $62,450 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $61,700 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $60,150 |
| Roanoke, VA | $60,120 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $56,630 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $53,310 |
| Kingsport, TN | $49,570 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $49,020 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Musician and Singer | $114,400 |
| Art Director | $99,610 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $89,360 |
| Technical Writer | $79,200 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $78,030 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $75,730 |
| Writer and Author | $74,300 |
| Editor | $70,380 |
| Fine Artist | $62,000 |
| Producer and Director | $59,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $31.90 ($66,350 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $66,350 against $62,960 nationally, 5% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $72,310, so Richmond pays 8% less.
Where does Richmond rank for graphic designer pay?
37 of 346 metro areas with data.
How much does a graphic designer make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,220 or less a year; the top 10% make $106,100 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.