Graphic Designers pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for graphic designers is $34.77 an hour ($72,310 a year). About 4,740 people work in this job there.
That is 15% higher than the U.S. median ($62,960). Virginia ranks 10th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for graphic designers in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.76 | $39,020 |
| 25% of workers | $25.23 | $52,470 |
| Half of workers (median) | $34.77 | $72,310 |
| 75% of workers | $45.88 | $95,420 |
| 90% of workers | $58.50 | $121,680 |
Graphic Designers pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond | $66,350 | 760 |
| Winchester | $62,450 | 60 |
| Charlottesville | $61,700 | 160 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $60,150 | 570 |
| Roanoke | $60,120 | 150 |
| Harrisonburg | $56,630 | 0 |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft | $56,410 | 30 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford | $53,310 | 70 |
| Lynchburg | $49,020 | 80 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (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 Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Software Developers | $136,460 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $77,140 |
| Interior Designers | $62,560 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designers | $82,230 |
| Art Directors | $101,150 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $37,750 |
| Floral Designers | $37,350 |
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