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Design Department Manager

Average Design Department Manager Salary

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$110,730
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$68k
MEDIAN
$111k
90%
$150k

The average salary for a Design Department Manager is $110,730 in 2025

Base Salary
$68k - $150k
Bonus
$2k - $20k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $16k
Commission
$4k - $39k
Total Pay
$64k - $159k
Based on 1,509 salary profiles (last updated Jul 03 2024)
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4.1 out of 5
(177)
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Common Health Benefits for a Design Department Manager

Medical
86%
Dental
77%
Vision
69%
None
14%

Gender Breakdown for Design Department Managers

Male
74.5%
Female
25.0%
Prefer to self-define
0.5%
This data is based on 576 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Design Department Managers

What is the highest pay for Design Department Managers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Design Department Manager is $150k / year

What is the lowest pay for Design Department Managers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Design Department Manager is $68k / year

How can Design Department Managers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Design Department Manager is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Design Department Manager that oversees more junior Design Department Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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