How much does a graphic designer make in Seattle?
$76,720a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $36.88 an hour or $6,393 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.88
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 9 of 346
- Jobs in the area
- 2,710
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,660Median: $76,720Highest 10%: $125,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,660 | $24.84 | |
| 25th | $61,140 | $29.39 | |
| Median | $76,720 | $36.88 | |
| 75th | $98,590 | $47.40 | |
| 90th | $125,200 | $60.20 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for graphic designers.
| Portland, OR | $75,650 |
| Kennewick, WA | $74,520 |
| Bremerton, WA | $70,420 |
| Olympia, WA | $67,710 |
| Bellingham, WA | $59,850 |
| Yakima, WA | $57,970 |
| Spokane, WA | $56,530 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Special Effects Artist and Animator | $134,100 |
| Lighting Technician | $126,100 |
| Art Director | $124,600 |
| Technical Writer | $107,600 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $105,000 |
| Writer and Author | $98,730 |
| Musician and Singer | $96,820 |
| Artist and Related Worker | $96,550 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $96,000 |
| Producer and Director | $86,680 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $36.88 ($76,720 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $76,720 against $62,960 nationally, 22% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $72,710, so Seattle pays 6% more.
Where does Seattle rank for graphic designer pay?
9 of 346 metro areas with data.
How much does a graphic designer make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $51,660 or less a year; the top 10% make $125,200 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.