Graphic Designers pay in Cleveland
In Cleveland (OH), the median pay for graphic designers is $28.74 an hour ($59,780 a year). About 1,430 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($62,960). It is about the same as the Ohio median ($60,080).
Pay range for graphic designers in Cleveland (OH)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.14 | $39,800 |
| 25% of workers | $22.75 | $47,310 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.74 | $59,780 |
| 75% of workers | $35.70 | $74,260 |
| 90% of workers | $42.02 | $87,400 |
Graphic Designers pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $64,000 | 1,470 |
| Cincinnati | $62,260 | 1,730 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $61,030 | 480 |
| Cleveland (this page) | $59,780 | 1,430 |
| Akron | $58,460 | 360 |
| Mansfield | $56,990 | 50 |
| Lima | $53,310 | 50 |
| Springfield | $51,840 | 30 |
| Canton-Massillon | $50,750 | 160 |
| Toledo | $50,320 | 290 |
| Sandusky | $48,440 | 40 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $47,170 | 130 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (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 Cleveland (OH)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Software Developers | $111,310 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $38,370 |
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