Industrial designers Salary in the United States
Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.
The median salary for Industrial designers in the United States is $83,910 per year — about $40 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $66,450 and $109,050 a year.
Salary range
Top US metros for Industrial designers
| Metro | Local salary |
|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $141,310 |
| Wichita, KS | $105,180 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $104,210 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $112,950 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI | $108,180 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $119,490 |
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $98,260 |
| Boulder, CO | $107,990 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $100,520 |
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $95,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do Industrial designers make in the US?
The median salary is $83,910 per year (about $40 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $66,450 and $109,050 a year.
How much do Industrial designers make per hour?
About $40 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $83,910 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).
What education do you need to work as Industrial designers?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?
No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only — they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.
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