Graphic Designers pay in Alabama
In Alabama, the median pay for graphic designers is $24.55 an hour ($51,070 a year). About 1,760 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($62,960). Alabama ranks 43rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for graphic designers in Alabama
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.89 | $33,050 |
| 25% of workers | $18.77 | $39,030 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.55 | $51,070 |
| 75% of workers | $32.42 | $67,430 |
| 90% of workers | $42.85 | $89,130 |
Graphic Designers pay in Alabama metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | $62,720 | 270 |
| Auburn-Opelika | $53,120 | 60 |
| Birmingham | $52,480 | 530 |
| Montgomery | $48,370 | 150 |
| Dothan | $48,130 | 40 |
| Daphne-Fairhope-Foley | $47,380 | 70 |
| Decatur | $46,170 | 50 |
| Mobile | $45,820 | 100 |
| Tuscaloosa | $45,760 | 70 |
| Anniston-Oxford | $44,480 | 40 |
| Florence-Muscle Shoals | $38,110 | 40 |
Alabama unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for graphic designers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: -1.7% over ten years, little or no change · about 16,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Alabama
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Software Developers | $122,540 |
| Interior Designers | $61,050 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $42,840 |
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