Graphic Designers pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for graphic designers is $25.46 an hour ($52,960 a year). About 2,060 people work in this job there.
That is 16% lower than the U.S. median ($62,960). Kentucky ranks 42nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for graphic designers in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.68 | $32,620 |
| 25% of workers | $20.29 | $42,210 |
| Half of workers (median) | $25.46 | $52,960 |
| 75% of workers | $31.41 | $65,330 |
| 90% of workers | $39.28 | $81,690 |
Graphic Designers pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington-Fayette | $58,880 | 380 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $57,340 | 820 |
| Elizabethtown | $48,540 | 40 |
| Bowling Green | $47,650 | 100 |
| Owensboro | $44,950 | 60 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for graphic designers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: -1.7% over ten years, little or no change · about 16,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $35,820 |
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