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

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

How does experience change A Set Decorator's salary?

A Set Decorator's salary grows with experience: a Set Decorator (2-4 years)earns $60,729, a Sponsored Programs Manager (4-5 years)earns $117,795, a VP of Development - Higher Ed. (5+ years)earns $179,127,

What are the highest paying states for a Set Decorator?

Set Decorator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Set Decorator roles are District of Columbia $63,433, California $63,193, Massachusetts $62,350. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Set Decorator roles make?

Salaries for Set Decorator level roles vary by specialization: Event Decorator: $67,174; Decorator: $67,033; Home Decorator: $66,976; Wedding Decorator: $66,887; Set Designer: $58,671.

Set Decorator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Set Decorator make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Set Decorator in Rhode Island is $59,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,504
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,021 to $65,212
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,214

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Set Decorator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,212	$5,434	$1,254	$31
Average	$59,400	$4,950	$1,142	$29
25th Percentile	$53,021	$4,418	$1,020	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Set Decorator Salaries

A Set Decorator'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 Do Set Decorator 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 Decorators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $63,433.
California: $63,193.
Massachusetts: $62,350.

District of Columbia $63,433 California $63,193 Massachusetts $62,350 Washington $62,121 New Jersey $62,098 Alaska $62,018 Connecticut $61,228 New York $60,907

Hawaii $59,881 Rhode Island $59,400 Maryland $59,073 Minnesota $58,626 Colorado $58,455 Illinois $58,397 Oregon $58,180 Delaware $58,019

New Hampshire $57,918 Virginia $57,693 Pennsylvania $57,034 Nevada $56,701 North Dakota $56,593 Michigan $56,421 Wisconsin $56,358 Vermont $56,232

Texas $55,882 Maine $55,859 Arizona $55,825 Ohio $55,785 Georgia $55,258 Indiana $54,994 Wyoming $54,943 Utah $54,862

Iowa $54,828 Kansas $54,553 Louisiana $54,473 North Carolina $54,444 Missouri $54,433 Florida $54,209 Montana $54,089 Nebraska $53,974

Kentucky $53,911 South Carolina $53,682 Tennessee $53,539 Idaho $53,482 New Mexico $53,063 Oklahoma $52,972 Alabama $52,634 South Dakota $52,067

Arkansas $51,757 West Virginia $51,591 Mississippi $51,093

Top Paying Cities for Set Decorators

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: $60,142
Albion: $59,634
Ashaway: $60,028

Adamsville, RI $60,142 Albion, RI $59,634 Ashaway, RI $60,028 Barrington, RI $59,477 Block Island, RI $59,808 Bradford, RI $59,992 Bristol, RI $59,706 Carolina, RI $59,893

Charlestown, RI $59,915 Chepachet, RI $59,796 Clayville, RI $59,629 Coventry, RI $59,632 West Greenwich, RI $59,796 East Greenwich, RI $59,592 Exeter, RI $59,780 Fiskeville, RI $59,476

Forestdale, RI $59,934 Foster, RI $59,764 Glendale, RI $59,939 Greene, RI $59,843 Greenville, RI $59,499 Harmony, RI $59,576 Harrisville, RI $59,913 Hope, RI $59,513

Hope Valley, RI $59,976 Hopkinton, RI $60,055 Jamestown, RI $59,854 Kenyon, RI $59,886 Little Compton, RI $60,133 Manville, RI $59,713 Mapleville, RI $59,807 Newport, RI $59,914

Middletown, RI $59,941 North Kingstown, RI $59,694 North Scituate, RI $59,576 Oakland, RI $59,872 Pascoag, RI $59,953 Pawtucket, RI $59,388 Central Falls, RI $59,415 Cumberland, RI $59,752

Lincoln, RI $59,474 Portsmouth, RI $59,908 Prudence Island, RI $59,785 Rockville, RI $60,046 Saunderstown, RI $59,818 Shannock, RI $59,889 Slatersville, RI $59,935 Slocum, RI $59,816

Tiverton, RI $60,090 Wakefield, RI $59,869 Kingston, RI $59,846 Narragansett, RI $59,886 Peace Dale, RI $59,862 Warren, RI $59,631 Warwick, RI $59,465 Westerly, RI $60,043

West Kingston, RI $59,865 West Warwick, RI $59,537 Wood River Junction, RI $59,951 Woonsocket, RI $59,938 North Smithfield, RI $59,802 Wyoming, RI $59,889 Providence, RI $59,371 Cranston, RI $59,379

North Providence, RI $59,386 East Providence, RI $59,375 Riverside, RI $59,394 Rumford, RI $59,386 Smithfield, RI $59,506 Johnston, RI $59,406

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

Understanding how a Set Decorator'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 August 01, 2026

$53,021

Average $59,400/year

$65,212

$4,418

Average $4,950/month

$5,434

$1,020

Average $1,142/week

$1,254

$25

Average $29/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,212	$5,434	$1,254	$31
Average	$59,400	$4,950	$1,142	$29
25th Percentile	$53,021	$4,418	$1,020	$25

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