Set and exhibit designers Salary in the United States
Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.
The median salary for Set and exhibit designers in the United States is $75,240 per year — about $36 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $52,830 and $104,030 a year.
Salary range
Top US metros for Set and exhibit designers
| Metro | Local salary |
|---|---|
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH | $92,020 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $106,880 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $109,120 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $80,960 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $83,000 |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $80,280 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $86,880 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $72,960 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $69,700 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $82,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do Set and exhibit designers make in the US?
The median salary is $75,240 per year (about $36 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $52,830 and $104,030 a year.
How much do Set and exhibit designers make per hour?
About $36 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $75,240 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).
What education do you need to work as Set and exhibit 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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