Graphic Designers in Texas. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →
Salary distribution
Where Texas graphic designers fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $45,990 and $75,540, with a median of $60,150.
Graphic Designers in Texas: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 82 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $82,210. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 12 | $40,250 |
| Level II — qualified | 26 | $72,000 |
| Level III — experienced | 20 | $67,167 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 23 | $118,000 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Graphic Designers in Texas. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon.com Services LLC | UX Designer II | 7 | $160,000 |
| iGavel, Inc. | Graphic Designer | 7 | $40,250 |
| PHOTON INFOTECH, INC. | UI DESIGNER | 7 | $107,320 |
| CLOUDFLARE, INC. | Product Designer | 2 | $170,000 |
| Etsy, Inc. | Product Designer II | 2 | $144,900 |
| Indeed, Inc. | Senior UX Designer | 2 | $147,500 |
| Mphasis Corporation | Graphic Designer | 2 | $100,000 |
| PayPal, Inc. | Senior UX Designer | 2 | $160,000 |
| RACKERA INC | Lead UX/UI Designer | 2 | $65,500 |
| Texas A&M University | Graphic Designer II | 2 | $64,176 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Senior Exhibit Designer at The Trade Group Management, LLC$75,000GrapevineWage Level IVDecided Mar 18, 2026I-200-26070-695391
- UI DESIGNER at PHOTON INFOTECH, INC.$107,320IRVINGWage Level IVDecided Mar 17, 2026I-200-26069-693204
- Graphic Designer at Fifth Generation Distilled Spirits, Inc.$65,000AustinWage Level IIDecided Mar 5, 2026I-200-26057-666289
- Value Reporting Analyst at National Oilwell Varco, L..P$67,650HoustonWage Level IDecided Feb 24, 2026I-200-26048-645596
- Product Designer at SingleStore Inc.$90,000Cedar ParkWage Level IVDecided Feb 6, 2026I-200-26031-610707
- Sr. Product Designer at InMarket Media LLC$106,558AustinWage Level IVDecided Feb 2, 2026I-200-26026-590560
- Digital Designer at TIB DIGITAL INC.$145,600AustinWage Level IIIDecided Feb 2, 2026I-203-26026-591266
- Senior UX Designer at Indeed, Inc.$118,000AustinWage Level IVDecided Jan 26, 2026I-200-26016-565390
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
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Graphic Designers pay by experience level in Texas
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Graphic Designers specialties in Texas
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 51 certified offers. The most common variant is Graphic Designer at a median of $50,960.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graphic Designer | iGavel, Inc. | 21 | $50,960 |
| Product Designer | CLOUDFLARE, INC. | 11 | $116,814 |
| UX Designer | Amazon.com Services LLC | 11 | $160,000 |
| Manager III, UX/Design | Amazon.com Services LLC | 4 | $124,299 |
| Lead UX/UI Designer | RACKERA INC | 4 | $72,000 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Graphic Designers in Texas, by industry
Median offered wage across 82 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Technology and software leads with a median of $95,000.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technology and software | PHOTON INFOTECH, INC. | 36 | $95,000 |
| Retail and wholesale | Amazon.com Services LLC | 20 | $72,000 |
| Professional services | Clutch Creative Marketing, LLC | 10 | $72,500 |
| Manufacturing | ABICEL HOLDINGS CORP | 6 | $61,500 |
| Finance and insurance | PayPal, Inc. | 4 | $124,838 |
| Education | Texas A&M University | 3 | $60,000 |
| Real estate | Leaves Technology LLC | 1 | $49,962 |
| Nonprofit and civic | International Rescue Committee, Inc. | 1 | $70,000 |
| Energy and utilities | National Oilwell Varco, L..P | 1 | $67,650 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Texas over the past 3 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2025 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.7 / 5
Design
Knowledge
- 4.4 / 5
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge
- 4.4 / 5
Fine Arts
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Communications and Media
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Originality
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Fluency of Ideas
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Near Vision
Ability
- 3.8 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor.
- 02
Review final layouts and suggest improvements, as needed.
- 03
Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.
- 04
Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites.
- 05
Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.
- 06
Use computer software to generate new images.
- 07
Prepare digital files for printing.
- 08
Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+2.1%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Average growth
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for graphic designers in major Texas metropolitan areas.
- Austin$65,060
- Dallas$63,780
- San Antonio$59,710
- Houston$58,400
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Graphic Designers in Texas?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Graphic Designers in Texas is $60,150.
- How does Texas compare to the national median for Graphic Designers?
- The Texas median is -7.1% versus the BLS national figure of $64,771.
- What is the salary range for Graphic Designers in Texas?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $36,340 and the 90th-percentile at $92,910, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Graphic Designers a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 2.1% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Graphic Designers?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.