What are the main factors that influence an Entry Interior Designer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Entry Interior Designer's salary?

An Entry Interior Designer's salary grows with experience: an Entry Interior Designer (0-2 years)earns $59,605, an Intermediate Interior Designer (2-4 years)earns $67,373, a Senior Interior Designer (4-7 years)earns $77,596, a Specialist Interior Designer (7+ years)earns $89,545, an Expert/Principal Interior Designer (7-10 years)earns $103,735,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Interior Designer?

Entry Interior Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Interior Designer roles are District of Columbia $59,700, California $59,400, Massachusetts $58,600. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Interior Designer roles make?

Salaries for Entry Interior Designer level roles vary by specialization: Interior Designer V: $93,691; Specialist Interior Designer: $80,900; Interior Designer IV: $80,875; Senior Interior Designer: $70,100; Interior Designer III: $70,083.

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Entry Interior Designer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Entry Interior Designer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Interior Designer in District of Columbia is $59,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Entry Interior Designer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,634
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,800 to $64,900
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,518

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Entry Interior Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,900	$5,408	$1,248	$31
Average	$59,700	$4,975	$1,148	$29
25th Percentile	$52,800	$4,400	$1,015	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Interior Designer Salaries

An Entry Interior Designer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Entry Interior Designer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Interior Designer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry Interior Designer (0-2 years): $59,605
Intermediate Interior Designer (2-4 years): $67,373
Senior Interior Designer (4-7 years): $77,596
Specialist Interior Designer (7+ years): $89,545
Expert/Principal Interior Designer (7-10 years): $103,735

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Interior Designer	0-2 years	$59,605
Intermediate Interior Designer	2-4 years	$67,373
Senior Interior Designer	4-7 years	$77,596
Specialist Interior Designer	7+ years	$89,545
Expert/Principal Interior Designer	7-10 years	$103,735

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How Do Entry Interior Designer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Entry Interior Designers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,700.
California: $59,400.
Massachusetts: $58,600.

District of Columbia $59,700 California $59,400 Massachusetts $58,600 Washington $58,400 New Jersey $58,400 Alaska $58,300 Connecticut $57,600 New York $57,300

Hawaii $56,300 Rhode Island $55,900 Maryland $55,600 Minnesota $55,100 Colorado $55,000 Illinois $54,900 Oregon $54,700 Delaware $54,600

New Hampshire $54,500 Virginia $54,300 Pennsylvania $53,600 Nevada $53,300 North Dakota $53,200 Michigan $53,100 Wisconsin $53,000 Vermont $52,900

Texas $52,600 Ohio $52,500 Maine $52,500 Arizona $52,500 Georgia $52,000 Indiana $51,700 Wyoming $51,700 Utah $51,600

Iowa $51,600 Kansas $51,300 Louisiana $51,200 North Carolina $51,200 Missouri $51,200 Florida $51,000 Montana $50,900 Nebraska $50,800

Kentucky $50,700 South Carolina $50,500 Tennessee $50,400 Idaho $50,300 New Mexico $49,900 Oklahoma $49,800 Alabama $49,500 South Dakota $49,000

Arkansas $48,700 West Virginia $48,500 Mississippi $48,100

Top Paying Cities for Entry Interior Designers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $59,300
Washington: $59,300
Naval Anacost Annex: $59,300

Parcel Return Service, DC $59,300 Washington, DC $59,300 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $59,300 Washington Navy Yard, DC $59,300

Entry Interior Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Interior Designer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$52,800

Average $59,700/year

$64,900

$4,400

Average $4,975/month

$5,408

$1,015

Average $1,148/week

$1,248

$25

Average $29/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,900	$5,408	$1,248	$31
Average	$59,700	$4,975	$1,148	$29
25th Percentile	$52,800	$4,400	$1,015	$25

Entry Interior Designer Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Entry Interior Designer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Intermediate Interior Designer role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $67,400 - a projected growth of 13% over your current level.

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