Graphic Designers wage levels in New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ

In New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, a Graphic Designers job reaches Level III at $85,800 a year, which means 3 entries in the H-1B lottery.

SOC 27-1024 · OEWS area 35620 · OFLC wage year 2026-27

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The four thresholds

Graphic Designers (SOC 27-1024), New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ
LevelEntriesPer yearPer hour
Level I1$54,080$26.00
Level II2$69,930$33.62
Level III3$85,800$41.25
Level IV4$101,650$48.87

Annual amounts are the hourly rate × 2,080, rounded up to the dollar.

Example

At $90,000 this job is Level III. To reach Level IV you need $101,650 (+$11,650). Estimated odds without a US master's: 59% → 69%.

The level you register binds the petition. The salary must be a bona fide offer.

What this occupation covers

Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.

OFLC wage year 2026-27 (BLS OEWS May 2025) · file released · page built · Rule: 90 FR 60864

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