Junior Designer Day-Rate

The median day rate for a junior designer in US (East Coast) is currently $309. This represents the 50th percentile of all reported rates, meaning half of the freelancers charge more and half charge less than this amount.

Several factors influence designer day rates, including years of experience, specialized skills, project complexity, project duration, client industry, and market demand. High-profile clients or projects with tight deadlines typically command premium rates.

US (East Coast) rates for designers are generally higher compared to other regions. This reflects the local cost of living, market demand, and industry concentration in the region.

All day rates on dayrates.org are updated weekly to ensure the most current market data. Our data collection methodology includes surveying active freelancers, agencies, and analyzing job postings to maintain accuracy.

For designers, junior level typically means 0-3 years of professional experience.