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Job outlook for senior product designers in the United States
Senior product designer job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected senior product designer job growth rate is 2% from 2018-2028.
About 6,400 new jobs for senior product designers are projected over the next decade.
Senior product designer salaries have increased 7% for senior product designers in the last 5 years.
There are over 9,373 senior product designers currently employed in the United States.
There are 121,037 active senior product designer job openings in the US.
The average senior product designer salary is $120,587.
Are senior product designer jobs in demand?
Senior product designer job and salary trends over time
Senior product designer jobs over time
Senior product designer job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 9,373 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 10,088 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 10,960 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 11,091 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 10,449 | 0.00% |
Average senior product designer salary over time
Senior product designer salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $120,587 | $57.97 | +2.0% |
| 2024 | $118,273 | $56.86 | +1.2% |
| 2023 | $116,855 | $56.18 | +1.7% |
| 2022 | $114,862 | $55.22 | +2.0% |
| 2021 | $112,602 | $54.14 | +0.7% |
Senior product designer jobs by state
Most common states for senior product designers
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 316 | 46% |
| 2 | Vermont | 623,657 | 227 | 36% |
| 3 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 379 | 28% |
| 4 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 2,125 | 25% |
| 5 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 1,361 | 24% |
| 6 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,335 | 24% |
| 7 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 1,966 | 19% |
| 8 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 1,067 | 18% |
| 9 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 1,056 | 18% |
| 10 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 1,772 | 17% |
| 11 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 1,215 | 17% |
| 12 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 321 | 17% |
| 13 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 127 | 17% |
| 14 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 96 | 17% |
| 15 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 2,074 | 16% |
| 16 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,174 | 16% |
| 17 | Alaska | 739,795 | 118 | 16% |
| 18 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 615 | 15% |
| 19 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 202 | 15% |
| 20 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 134 | 15% |
Most common cities for senior product designers
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Annapolis | 4 | 10% | $126,222 |
| 2 | Mountain View | 6 | 7% | $143,170 |
| 3 | Lansing | 4 | 3% | $94,603 |
| 4 | Springfield | 4 | 3% | $101,833 |
| 5 | Topeka | 4 | 3% | $89,446 |
| 6 | Boston | 14 | 2% | $112,024 |
| 7 | Atlanta | 8 | 2% | $97,356 |
| 8 | Des Moines | 5 | 2% | $117,639 |
| 9 | Tallahassee | 4 | 2% | $98,612 |
| 10 | San Francisco | 11 | 1% | $143,850 |
| 11 | Denver | 6 | 1% | $112,503 |
| 12 | Washington | 5 | 1% | $119,102 |
| 13 | Urban Honolulu | 4 | 1% | $88,334 |
| 14 | Baton Rouge | 3 | 1% | $114,230 |
| 15 | New York | 9 | 0% | $114,375 |
| 16 | Chicago | 8 | 0% | $101,218 |
| 17 | Los Angeles | 5 | 0% | $134,412 |
| 18 | Phoenix | 4 | 0% | $113,616 |
| 19 | San Diego | 4 | 0% | $132,269 |
Senior Product Designer job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of senior product designer experts
Marywood University
Tyler School of Art and Architecture, Temple University
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Kansas City Art Institute
Sue Jenkins
Associate ProfessorMarywood University
Art Department
What type of skills will young Senior Product Designers need?
Sue Jenkins: A strong understanding of the Principles and Elements of Art and Design, killer typography skills, an understanding of color theory, some training in sociology and psychology to gain a better understanding of user experience, creative and critical thinking skills, attention to details, a strong conceptual framework that supports the project goals, the ability to speak up, take critical feedback and be a team player, and above all the courage to be authentic and bring something fresh to the table.
What general advice would you give to a Senior Product Designer?
Abby Guido: We've all heard the buzz about networking, and there is so much buzz because it works. Make sure your LinkedIn profile is both up to date and active. Connect with all of your past professors, classmates, and anyone and everyone you meet in a professional setting. I often tell students to get into the habit of searching for any classroom guests, or guest lecturers, to connect, thank them for their time, and build their network. Share content. Write articles, or reshare those you find interesting.
Every job I have ever received in my career has been through someone else I know. I share this with students to help them see the value in relationships. I always remember the students that took the time to write a handwritten thank-you note. And I think of them when I get an email asking if I know any students are looking for work.
What skills stand out on Senior Product Designer resumes?
Dr. Jennifer Jorgensen Ph.D.: The retail industry is robust and requires many skills. Content and industry-related knowledge are essential, including comfort with computer applications like Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Excel. Beyond knowledge of the industry, job candidates need excellent communication skills in written and oral forms. It's also highly recommended that job candidates have work experience in their area of interest, which could include an internship, job shadow, or part-time position.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Senior Product Designer job market given the pandemic?
Chris Chapin: In reflecting on the future of Product Design, several words come to mind: sustainability, inclusion, entrepreneurship, and resilience. Entrepreneurship and resilience are especially needed as graduates enter unknown territory and an unpredictable job market. Grads cannot rely on the corporate community providing a secure career start. Instead, graduates must be prepared to be the designers of their own careers, creating new opportunities for themselves that may not have previously existed. The current pandemic, with all of its new challenges, amplifies this need for self-determination, flexibility, and resilience.
In the field of Product Design, I see a growing need for personalization of products, especially in healthcare products, in order to touch people's lives in ways that are unique to them. We have a saying in the Product Design department at Kansas City Art Institute (KCAI): "Design is about changing lives for the better - Product Design is how we reach every life." So, I guess the biggest trend I see is the need for students and graduates to not be afraid to lead right away, first in their own career start and second in the meaningful use of their skills.