As of January 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Apparel Designer I in the United States is $62,200. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $55,700 to $68,100, with most professionals earning between $49,782 and $73,472.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $68,100 | $5,675 | $1,310 | $33 |
| Average | $62,200 | $5,183 | $1,196 | $30 |
| 25th Percentile | $55,700 | $4,642 | $1,071 | $27 |
An entry-level Apparel Designer I with less than 1 year of experience earns about $61,222. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $61,873. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $63,172. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $63,431, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $63,604.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Apparel Designer I | $61,222 |
| Intermediate Level Apparel Designer I | $61,873 |
| Senior Level Apparel Designer I | $63,172 |
| Specialist Level Apparel Designer I | $63,431 |
| Expert Level Apparel Designer I | $63,604 |
| Entry Level | 2% |
| Mid Level | 1% |
| Senior Level | 2% |
| Top Level | 2% |
| Experienced | 2% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of January 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Apparel Designer I compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $62,852 in 2023 to approximately $62,923 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Apparel Designer I salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $62,200 | 69.3% | ||
| Bonus | $2,700 | 3.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $4,965 | 5.5% | ||
| 401K/403B | $2,012 | 2.2% | ||
| Disability | $649 | 0.7% | ||
| Healthcare | $5,819 | 6.5% | ||
| Pension | $3,440 | 3.8% | ||
| Time Off | $7,988 | 8.9% | ||
| Total Compensation | $89,772 | 100% | ||
The average annual salary of Apparel Designer I is $62,200. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Apparel Designer I is $30; the average weekly pay of Apparel Designer I is $1,196; the average monthly pay of Apparel Designer I is $5,183.
An Apparel Designer I's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, an Apparel Designer I earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of an Apparel Designer I is $78,100.
The highest pay for Apparel Designer I is $73,472.
The lowest pay for Apparel Designer I is $49,782.
The Apparel Designer I determines style, material, and color directions based on input from sales/marketing, merchandising, development and manufacturing staff. Assists in establishing the apparel design strategy for an organization. Being an Apparel Designer I produces design sketches and makes seasonal presentations of product designs. Keeps abreast of consumer needs and trends, and supports the integrity of the lines/brands and the goals of the company. In addition, Apparel Designer I reviews all styles for construction, and approves quality of factory samples. Typically requires a bachelor's degree of fashion design or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being an Apparel Designer I works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as an Apparel Designer I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.
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