What are the main factors that influence a Set Designer's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Set Designer?

Set Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Set Designer roles are District of Columbia $64,512, California $64,268, Massachusetts $63,411. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Set Designer roles make?

Salaries for Set Designer level roles vary by specialization: Merchandiser Set HC: $59,787; Set Costumer: $59,163; Set Decorator: $57,283; Set Dresser: $56,775; Set Painter: $52,573.

Set Designer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Set Designer make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Set Designer in Rhode Island is $60,410 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,643
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,526 to $73,095
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,616

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Set Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,095	$6,091	$1,406	$35
Average	$60,410	$5,034	$1,162	$29
25th Percentile	$49,526	$4,127	$952	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Set Designer Salaries

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

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

District of Columbia: $64,512.
California: $64,268.
Massachusetts: $63,411.

District of Columbia $64,512 California $64,268 Massachusetts $63,411 Washington $63,178 New Jersey $63,155 Alaska $63,073 Connecticut $62,269 New York $61,943

Hawaii $60,900 Rhode Island $60,410 Maryland $60,078 Minnesota $59,624 Colorado $59,449 Illinois $59,391 Oregon $59,169 Delaware $59,006

New Hampshire $58,904 Virginia $58,674 Pennsylvania $58,004 Nevada $57,666 North Dakota $57,555 Michigan $57,381 Wisconsin $57,316 Vermont $57,188

Texas $56,833 Maine $56,810 Arizona $56,775 Ohio $56,734 Georgia $56,198 Indiana $55,930 Wyoming $55,877 Utah $55,796

Iowa $55,761 Kansas $55,481 Louisiana $55,400 North Carolina $55,370 Missouri $55,359 Florida $55,131 Montana $55,009 Nebraska $54,893

Kentucky $54,829 South Carolina $54,595 Tennessee $54,450 Idaho $54,392 New Mexico $53,966 Oklahoma $53,873 Alabama $53,529 South Dakota $52,952

Arkansas $52,638 West Virginia $52,469 Mississippi $51,962

Top Paying Cities for Set 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:

Adamsville: $61,401
Albion: $60,381
Ashaway: $61,634

Adamsville, RI $61,401 Albion, RI $60,381 Ashaway, RI $61,634 Barrington, RI $60,381 Block Island, RI $61,314 Bradford, RI $61,593 Bristol, RI $60,323 Carolina, RI $61,092

Charlestown, RI $61,156 Chepachet, RI $60,265 Clayville, RI $60,323 Coventry, RI $60,265 West Greenwich, RI $60,224 East Greenwich, RI $60,306 Exeter, RI $61,593 Fiskeville, RI $60,381

Forestdale, RI $60,323 Foster, RI $60,224 Glendale, RI $60,224 Greene, RI $60,900 Greenville, RI $60,381 Harmony, RI $60,364 Harrisville, RI $60,265 Hope, RI $60,381

Hope Valley, RI $61,634 Hopkinton, RI $61,651 Jamestown, RI $61,034 Kenyon, RI $61,576 Little Compton, RI $61,378 Manville, RI $60,381 Mapleville, RI $60,224 Newport, RI $61,046

Middletown, RI $61,302 North Kingstown, RI $60,206 North Scituate, RI $60,364 Oakland, RI $60,282 Pascoag, RI $60,247 Pawtucket, RI $60,381 Central Falls, RI $60,381 Cumberland, RI $60,381

Lincoln, RI $60,381 Portsmouth, RI $60,801 Prudence Island, RI $60,265 Rockville, RI $61,651 Saunderstown, RI $61,069 Shannock, RI $61,558 Slatersville, RI $60,323 Slocum, RI $61,069

Tiverton, RI $61,418 Wakefield, RI $61,005 Kingston, RI $61,016 Narragansett, RI $61,028 Peace Dale, RI $61,005 Warren, RI $60,364 Warwick, RI $60,381 Westerly, RI $61,669

West Kingston, RI $61,051 West Warwick, RI $60,381 Wood River Junction, RI $61,593 Woonsocket, RI $60,323 North Smithfield, RI $60,364 Wyoming, RI $61,576 Providence, RI $60,381 Cranston, RI $60,381

North Providence, RI $60,381 East Providence, RI $60,381 Riverside, RI $60,381 Rumford, RI $60,381 Smithfield, RI $60,381 Johnston, RI $60,381

Set Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Set 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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$49,526

Average $60,410/year

$73,095

$4,127

Average $5,034/month

$6,091

$952

Average $1,162/week

$1,406

$24

Average $29/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,095	$6,091	$1,406	$35
Average	$60,410	$5,034	$1,162	$29
25th Percentile	$49,526	$4,127	$952	$24

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