Graphic Designers Salary in New York
Graphic Designers in New York earn a median of $77,340 a year, +23% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $77,340
- vs. U.S. median
- +23% ($62,960)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 14,530
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,680; the top 10% earn over $131,250. Nationally the range is $39,520 to $104,910.
States ranked near New York
Similar jobs in New York
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- Video Game Designers$120,990 median in New York (broader BLS group)
- Interior Designers$75,580 median in New York
- Film and Video Editors$103,440 median in New York
Graphic Designers pay in New York
How much do graphic designers make in New York?
The median is $77,340 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,680 and the top 10% earn over $131,250. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for graphic designers?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 51 (+23% vs. the national median of $62,960). Living costs are not included.