Game Designer Salary
Jobs in Games · 2026 · based on ~280 data points
Low (25th)
$62,000
Median
$92,000
High (90th)
$155,000
By seniority
Junior $52,000 – $82,000 · median $66,000
Mid $80,000 – $115,000 · median $92,000
Senior $118,000 – $185,000 · median $138,000
Sources: GDC State of the Industry, Glassdoor, Indeed, Coursera. Figures are aggregated market estimates of annual total compensation in USD — indicative ranges, not offers.