The salary statistics and trend of graphic designers in the industry of independent artists, writers, and performers are shown in the following tables and chart. In Table 3 we compare graphic designers salaries in different industries within the arts, entertainment, and recreation sector.
| Percentile Bracket | Average Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th Percentile Wage | $26,290 |
| 25th Percentile Wage | $32,060 |
| 50th Percentile Wage | $46,040 |
| 75th Percentile Wage | $67,210 |
| 90th Percentile Wage | $80,360 |
Table 1 shows the average annual salaries for graphic designers in the industry of independent artists, writers, and performers. The salaries are shown in 5 percentile scales. The average annual salary for the 90th percentile (the top 10 percent of the highest paid) graphic designers is $80,360. The median annual salary (50th percentile) is $46,040. The average annual salary for the bottom 10 percent graphic designers is $26,290.
The table and chart below show the trend of the median salary of graphic designers in the industry of Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers from 2012 to 2017.
| Year | Median Salary | Yearly Growth | 5-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $46,040 | -8.10% | -1.19% |
| 2016 | $49,770 | 5.63% | - |
| 2015 | $46,970 | -3.92% | - |
| 2014 | $48,810 | 0.94% | - |
| 2013 | $48,350 | 3.64% | - |
| 2012 | $46,590 | - | - |
The average salaries of graphic designers in 14 industries within the arts, entertainment, and recreation sector are shown in Table 3. For salary information of graphic designers in a specific industry, use the links in the table.
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