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Graphic Designer vs Social Media Manager salary

In Italy, a social media manager earns about 2% more than a graphic designer $68,888 vs $67,519 per year.

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Creative
Graphic Designer
$67,519/yr
Monthly
$5,589
Hourly
$32
Range
$44,480$95,690
10-yr outlook
+3%
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Creative
Social Media Manager
$68,888/yr
Monthly
$5,703
Hourly
$33
Range
$44,138$99,226
10-yr outlook
+10%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileGraphic DesignerSocial Media Manager
Entry (10th)$44,480$44,138
25th$56,000$56,456
Median$67,519$68,888
75th$81,662$84,057
Senior (90th)$95,690$99,226

National Italy figures in EUR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a graphic designer or social media manager earn more in Italy?
A social media manager earns more, at about 60.400 € per year vs 59.200 € for a graphic designer — roughly 2% (1200 €) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Italy?
A graphic designer typically earns 39.000 €–83.900 €, while a social media manager earns 38.700 €–87.000 € per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Italy?
On a monthly basis before tax, a graphic designer averages about 4900 € and a social media manager about 5000 €.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Italy, a graphic designer earns about 39.000 € while a social media manager earns about 38.700 € per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Italy, a graphic designer earns about 83.900 € while a social media manager earns about 87.000 € per year.
Are graphic designer and social media manager similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Creative category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.