How much does a graphic designer make in Syracuse?
$52,390a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in the Syracuse, NY metro area. That is $25.19 an hour or $4,366 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.19
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among cities
- 226 of 346
- Jobs in the area
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,380Median: $52,390Highest 10%: $88,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,380 | $18.93 | |
| 25th | $40,840 | $19.63 | |
| Median | $52,390 | $25.19 | |
| 75th | $64,310 | $30.92 | |
| 90th | $88,390 | $42.50 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for graphic designers.
| New York, NY | $79,280 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $63,560 |
| Rochester, NY | $63,530 |
| Albany, NY | $63,200 |
| Kingston, NY | $61,410 |
| Buffalo, NY | $60,000 |
| Utica, NY | $58,550 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $56,540 |
| Binghamton, NY | $53,460 |
Related jobs in Syracuse
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Music Director and Composer | $140,200 |
| Art Director | $118,600 |
| Technical Writer | $84,520 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $81,650 |
| Producer and Director | $79,680 |
| Writer and Author | $71,520 |
| Editor | $69,190 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $64,110 |
| Audio and Video Technician | $61,610 |
| Coach and Scout | $60,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Syracuse?
The median hourly pay in the Syracuse, NY metro area is $25.19 ($52,390 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Syracuse than the national average?
No: $52,390 against $62,960 nationally, 17% less.
How does Syracuse compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $77,340, so Syracuse pays 32% less.
Where does Syracuse rank for graphic designer pay?
226 of 346 metro areas with data.
How much does a graphic designer make starting out in Syracuse?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,380 or less a year; the top 10% make $88,390 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.