Graphic Designers pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for graphic designers is $27.28 an hour ($56,750 a year). About 4,500 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($62,960). Missouri ranks 35th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for graphic designers in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.76 | $36,950 |
| 25% of workers | $21.84 | $45,420 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.28 | $56,750 |
| 75% of workers | $34.10 | $70,920 |
| 90% of workers | $40.04 | $83,270 |
Graphic Designers pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $61,000 | 2,010 |
| Kansas City | $59,990 | 1,720 |
| Cape Girardeau | $51,180 | 40 |
| St. Joseph | $49,690 | 80 |
| Columbia | $49,490 | 140 |
| Joplin | $49,440 | 80 |
| Jefferson City | $48,260 | 110 |
| Springfield | $47,790 | 310 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Software Developers | $126,120 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $70,970 |
| Interior Designers | $59,610 |
| Art Directors | $100,940 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $42,890 |
| Floral Designers | $34,210 |
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