How much does a graphic designer make in Santa Fe?
$45,170a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in the Santa Fe, NM metro area. That is $21.72 an hour or $3,764 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.72
- Vs. national median
- -28%
- Rank among cities
- 318 of 346
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,080Median: $45,170Highest 10%: $77,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,080 | $19.75 | |
| 25th | $41,240 | $19.83 | |
| Median | $45,170 | $21.72 | |
| 75th | $63,710 | $30.63 | |
| 90th | $77,510 | $37.26 |
Other cities in New Mexico
Median yearly pay for graphic designers.
| Albuquerque, NM | $63,810 |
Related jobs in Santa Fe
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Fine Artist | $72,610 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $69,410 |
| Producer and Director | $64,990 |
| Merchandise Displayer and Window Trimmer | $44,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Santa Fe?
The median hourly pay in the Santa Fe, NM metro area is $21.72 ($45,170 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Santa Fe than the national average?
No: $45,170 against $62,960 nationally, 28% less.
How does Santa Fe compare with the rest of New Mexico?
The median in New Mexico is $56,730, so Santa Fe pays 20% less.
Where does Santa Fe rank for graphic designer pay?
318 of 346 metro areas with data.
How much does a graphic designer make starting out in Santa Fe?
The lowest-paid 10% make $41,080 or less a year; the top 10% make $77,510 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.