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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Intermediate Interior Designer?

The Retail & Wholesale industry offers the highest average compensation for Intermediate Interior Designer roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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

An Intermediate Interior Designer's salary grows with experience: an Entry Interior Designer (0-2 years)earns $56,262, an Intermediate Interior Designer (2-4 years)earns $63,589, a Senior Interior Designer (4-7 years)earns $73,237, a Specialist Interior Designer (7+ years)earns $84,500, an Expert/Principal Interior Designer (7-10 years)earns $97,889,

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

Intermediate Interior Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Intermediate Interior Designer roles are District of Columbia $67,400, California $67,200, Massachusetts $66,300. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Intermediate Interior Designer level roles vary by specialization: Interior Designer V: $93,656; Specialist Interior Designer: $80,900; Interior Designer IV: $80,846; Senior Interior Designer: $70,100; Interior Designer III: $70,070.

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Intermediate Interior Designer Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Intermediate Interior Designer make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Intermediate Interior Designer in Hawaii is $63,600 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,681
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,000 to $69,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,081

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Intermediate Interior Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,400	$5,783	$1,335	$33
Average	$63,600	$5,300	$1,223	$31
25th Percentile	$56,000	$4,667	$1,077	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Intermediate Interior Designer Salaries

An Intermediate 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 Intermediate Interior Designer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Intermediate 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): $56,262
Intermediate Interior Designer (2-4 years): $63,589
Senior Interior Designer (4-7 years): $73,237
Specialist Interior Designer (7+ years): $84,500
Expert/Principal Interior Designer (7-10 years): $97,889

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Interior Designer	0-2 years	$56,262
Intermediate Interior Designer	2-4 years	$63,589
Senior Interior Designer	4-7 years	$73,237
Specialist Interior Designer	7+ years	$84,500
Expert/Principal Interior Designer	7-10 years	$97,889

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How Do Intermediate 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 Intermediate Interior Designers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $67,400.
California: $67,200.
Massachusetts: $66,300.

District of Columbia $67,400 California $67,200 Massachusetts $66,300 Washington $66,000 New Jersey $66,000 Alaska $65,900 Connecticut $65,100 New York $64,700

Hawaii $63,600 Rhode Island $63,100 Maryland $62,800 Minnesota $62,300 Colorado $62,100 Illinois $62,100 Oregon $61,800 Delaware $61,700

New Hampshire $61,600 Virginia $61,300 Pennsylvania $60,600 Nevada $60,300 North Dakota $60,100 Michigan $60,000 Wisconsin $59,900 Vermont $59,800

Maine $59,400 Texas $59,400 Arizona $59,300 Ohio $59,300 Georgia $58,700 Indiana $58,400 Wyoming $58,400 Utah $58,300

Iowa $58,300 Kansas $58,000 Missouri $57,900 Louisiana $57,900 North Carolina $57,900 Florida $57,600 Montana $57,500 Nebraska $57,400

Kentucky $57,300 South Carolina $57,100 Tennessee $56,900 Idaho $56,800 New Mexico $56,400 Oklahoma $56,300 Alabama $55,900 South Dakota $55,300

Arkansas $55,000 West Virginia $54,800 Mississippi $54,300

Top Paying Cities for Intermediate 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:

Aiea: $63,300
Anahola: $62,500
Captain Cook: $62,400

Aiea, HI $63,300 Anahola, HI $62,500 Captain Cook, HI $62,400 Eleele, HI $62,600 Ewa Beach, HI $63,200 Kapolei, HI $63,200 Haiku, HI $62,500 Hakalau, HI $62,400

Haleiwa, HI $63,100 Hana, HI $62,400 Hanalei, HI $62,400 Hanamaulu, HI $62,500 Hanapepe, HI $62,600 Hauula, HI $63,200 Hawaii National Park, HI $62,400 Hawi, HI $62,500

Hilo, HI $62,500 Princeville, HI $62,500 Holualoa, HI $62,400 Honaunau, HI $62,300 Honokaa, HI $62,400 Honomu, HI $62,500 Hoolehua, HI $62,300 Kaaawa, HI $63,200

Kahuku, HI $63,000 Kahului, HI $62,700 Kailua, HI $63,300 Ocean View, HI $62,500 Waikoloa, HI $62,500 Keauhou, HI $62,400 Kailua Kona, HI $62,500 Kalaheo, HI $62,500

Kalaupapa, HI $62,300 Kamuela, HI $62,400 Kaneohe, HI $63,300 Kapaa, HI $62,600 Kaumakani, HI $62,600 Kaunakakai, HI $62,400 Keaau, HI $62,500 Kealakekua, HI $62,500

Kealia, HI $62,500 Kekaha, HI $62,500 Kihei, HI $62,600 Kilauea, HI $62,500 Kapaau, HI $62,500 Koloa, HI $62,500 Kualapuu, HI $62,400 Kunia, HI $63,200

Kurtistown, HI $62,500 Lahaina, HI $62,500 Laie, HI $63,100 Lanai City, HI $62,400 Laupahoehoe, HI $62,500 Lawai, HI $62,600 Lihue, HI $62,500 Makawao, HI $62,600

Makaweli, HI $62,400 Maunaloa, HI $62,200 Mountain View, HI $62,500 Naalehu, HI $62,400 Ninole, HI $62,300 Ookala, HI $62,300 Paauilo, HI $62,400 Pahala, HI $62,400

Pahoa, HI $62,500 Paia, HI $62,500 Papaaloa, HI $62,500 Papaikou, HI $62,400 Pearl City, HI $63,200 Pepeekeo, HI $62,500 Puunene, HI $62,700 Volcano, HI $62,400

Wahiawa, HI $63,100 Pukalani, HI $62,600 Mililani, HI $63,200 Kula, HI $62,400 Waialua, HI $63,000 Waianae, HI $63,100 Wailuku, HI $62,600 Waimanalo, HI $63,300

Waimea, HI $62,600 Waipahu, HI $63,200 Honolulu, HI $63,300 J B P H H, HI $63,300 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $63,200 Schofield Barracks, HI $63,200 Fort Shafter, HI $63,300 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $63,300

Camp H M Smith, HI $63,300 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $63,200 Wake Island, HI $63,300

Intermediate Interior Designer Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Intermediate Interior Designer salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $68,740. While startup companies pay approximate $58,101.

Intermediate Interior Designer Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$58,101
Growth Stage	51~500	$61,459
Established	501~5000	$66,375
Enterprise	5000+	$68,740

Intermediate Interior Designer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Intermediate Interior Designer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Retail & Wholesale, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Intermediate Interior Designer positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Intermediate Interior Designer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Intermediate Interior Designer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale	$69,960	$34.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Intermediate 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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$56,000

Average $63,600/year

$69,400

$4,667

Average $5,300/month

$5,783

$1,077

Average $1,223/week

$1,335

$27

Average $31/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,400	$5,783	$1,335	$33
Average	$63,600	$5,300	$1,223	$31
25th Percentile	$56,000	$4,667	$1,077	$27

Intermediate Interior Designer Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Intermediate Interior Designer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Senior Interior Designer role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $73,300 - a projected growth of 15% over your current level.

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