What is the average salary for a graphic designer in Ontario?

The median salary for graphic designers and illustrators in Ontario is $69,992 per year, with most postings between $59,873 and $78,713 (2026-05). 31 of the 84 current Graphic Designer postings in Ontario on Jobily state a salary.

What is the NOC code for graphic designer?

The NOC 2021 code for graphic designer is 52120 (Graphic designers and illustrators). This is the code used for Express Entry, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), and Job Bank.

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Graphic Designer Jobs in Ontario — 2026

84 graphic designer jobs posted in Ontario in the last four weeks, with salary benchmarks, licensing notes and the employers hiring most.

Jobs available: 84
Median salary: $69,992
NOC code: 52120

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Salary range

Postings for graphic designers and illustrators in Ontario run from about $59,873 at the 25th percentile to $78,713 at the 75th, with a median of $69,992 per year (2026-05, 35 postings).

$36,608median $69,992$166,400

NOC code

52120 — Graphic designers and illustrators. This is the code you enter for Express Entry, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), and Job Bank.

Licensing and qualifications

No licence is required. Employers hire on portfolio.

What employers ask for: A diploma or degree in graphic design, a portfolio, and proficiency in the Adobe suite or Figma.

LMIA and immigration

None of the current graphic designer postings in Ontario are flagged LMIA-eligible. Newcomers can also look at the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) and the LMIA employer list.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average salary for a graphic designer in Ontario?: The median salary for graphic designers and illustrators in Ontario is $69,992 per year, with most postings between $59,873 and $78,713 (2026-05). 31 of the 84 current Graphic Designer postings in Ontario on Jobily state a salary.
Do I need a Canadian licence to work as a graphic designer in Ontario?: No. No licence is required. Employers hire on portfolio.
What is the NOC code for graphic designer?: The NOC 2021 code for graphic designer is 52120 (Graphic designers and illustrators). This is the code used for Express Entry, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), and Job Bank.