As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Industrial Designer IV in the United States is $122,299. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $107,010 to a high of $136,283, with most professionals earning between $114,296 and $129,619.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $129,619 | $10,802 | $2,493 | $62 |
| Average | $122,299 | $10,192 | $2,352 | $59 |
| 25th Percentile | $114,296 | $9,525 | $2,198 | $55 |
An entry-level Industrial Designer IV with less than 1 year of experience earns about $118,716. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $119,313. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $120,268. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $121,463, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $123,392.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Industrial Designer IV | $118,716 |
| Intermediate Level Industrial Designer IV | $119,313 |
| Senior Level Industrial Designer IV | $120,268 |
| Specialist Level Industrial Designer IV | $121,463 |
| Expert Level Industrial Designer IV | $123,392 |
| Entry Level | 3% |
| Mid Level | 2% |
| Senior Level | 2% |
| Top Level | 1% |
| Experienced | 1% |
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 April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Industrial Designer IV compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $114,268 in 2023 to approximately $112,474 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Industrial Designer IV 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 | $122,299 | 72.3% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $9,356 | 5.5% | ||
| 401K/403B | $5,137 | 3.0% | ||
| Disability | $2,446 | 1.4% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 4.9% | ||
| Pension | $6,604 | 3.9% | ||
| Time Off | $15,052 | 8.9% | ||
| Total Compensation | $169,246 | 100% | ||
The average annual salary of Industrial Designer IV is $122,299. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Industrial Designer IV is $59; the average weekly pay of Industrial Designer IV is $2,352; the average monthly pay of Industrial Designer IV is $10,192.
An Industrial Designer IV'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 Industrial Designer IV earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of an Industrial Designer IV is $154,256.
The highest pay for Industrial Designer IV is $136,283.
The lowest pay for Industrial Designer IV is $107,010.
Designs and develops industrial product concepts and specifications that reflect aesthetic, functional, and manufacturing requirements. Researches and analyzes the intended use of products and user preferences. Translates user insights and market requirements into sketches, prototypes, and CAD models to visually communicate the design concept. Collaborates with stakeholders like engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and suppliers to produce final designs that meet safety, manufacturability, timeline, and cost constraints. Experienced using a variety of 3D/2D CAD rendering, prototyping, and animation tools. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in industrial or product design. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Typically requires 7+ years of related experience.
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