Graphic Designers pay in Minnesota
In Minnesota, the median pay for graphic designers is $30.70 an hour ($63,860 a year). About 5,570 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($62,960). Minnesota ranks 14th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for graphic designers in Minnesota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.52 | $42,690 |
| 25% of workers | $24.79 | $51,570 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.70 | $63,860 |
| 75% of workers | $37.68 | $78,380 |
| 90% of workers | $46.61 | $96,960 |
Graphic Designers pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $65,610 | 3,690 |
| Rochester | $61,240 | 80 |
| St. Cloud | $58,340 | 160 |
| Duluth | $57,960 | 130 |
| Mankato | $54,150 | 120 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (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 Minnesota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Software Developers | $130,050 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $82,650 |
| Interior Designers | $73,270 |
| Art Directors | $109,700 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designers | $94,370 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $45,730 |
| Floral Designers | $37,190 |
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