Graphic and multimedia designers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median graphic and multimedia designers salary in the UK is £31,236 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £33,647, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £17.38.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £25,946 in North East to £40,433 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£31,236
Annual
UK Mean
£33,647
Annual
Hourly Rate
£17.38
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £40,433 | £42,465 | £34,736 |
| West Midlands | £32,913 | £39,122 | £35,970 |
| Scotland | £32,457 | £34,184 | £35,165 |
| Wales | £32,303 | £35,064 | £35,892 |
| North West | £31,333 | £30,960 | £34,356 |
| South East | £30,521 | £28,456 | £29,575 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £26,428 | £29,197 | £29,202 |
| East Midlands | £26,391 | £28,348 | £28,748 |
| North East | £25,946 | £26,381 | £28,797 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average graphic and multimedia designers salary in the UK?
The median graphic and multimedia designers salary in the UK is £31,236 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £33,647, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays graphic and multimedia designers the most?
London pays the highest graphic and multimedia designers salaries with a median of £40,433.
How does graphic and multimedia designers pay vary by region?
Graphic and multimedia designers salaries range from £25,946 in North East to £40,433 in London.
Are graphic and multimedia designers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for graphic and multimedia designers?
The median hourly rate for graphic and multimedia designers in the UK is £17.38 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.