Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New York | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $77,340 | $64,771 | +19% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.18 | $31.14 | +19% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $71,677.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $81,311 | $54,000 | $108,000 | 187 |
The median annual salary for a Graphic Designer in New York is $77,340, or about $37.18 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Graphic Designers is $64,771. New York is +19% above the national median.
Entry-level graphic designers in New York typically earn from $54,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 14,530 graphic designer jobs on record and a median salary of $77,340, New York offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.