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Copywriter vs Graphic Designer salary

In Saudi Arabia, a copywriter earns about 13% more than a graphic designer $47,200 vs $41,867 per year.

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Creative
Copywriter
$47,200/yr
Monthly
$3,947
Hourly
$23
Range
$30,213$67,973
10-yr outlook
+4%
Creative
Graphic Designer
$41,867/yr
Monthly
$3,493
Hourly
$20
Range
$27,547$59,360
10-yr outlook
+3%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileCopywriterGraphic Designer
Entry (10th)$30,213$27,547
25th$38,693$34,720
Median$47,200$41,867
75th$57,573$50,613
Senior (90th)$67,973$59,360

National Saudi Arabia figures in SAR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a copywriter or graphic designer earn more in Saudi Arabia?
A copywriter earns more, at about ‏177,000 ر.س.‏ per year vs ‏157,000 ر.س.‏ for a graphic designer — roughly 13% (‏20,000 ر.س.‏) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Saudi Arabia?
A copywriter typically earns ‏113,300 ر.س.‏–‏254,900 ر.س.‏, while a graphic designer earns ‏103,300 ر.س.‏–‏222,600 ر.س.‏ per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Saudi Arabia?
On a monthly basis before tax, a copywriter averages about ‏14,800 ر.س.‏ and a graphic designer about ‏13,100 ر.س.‏.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Saudi Arabia, a copywriter earns about ‏113,300 ر.س.‏ while a graphic designer earns about ‏103,300 ر.س.‏ per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Saudi Arabia, a copywriter earns about ‏254,900 ر.س.‏ while a graphic designer earns about ‏222,600 ر.س.‏ per year.
Are copywriter and graphic designer 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.