What are the main factors that influence a Technical Design's salary?

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

How does experience change A Technical Design's salary?

A Technical Design's salary grows with experience: starting around $88,931 for beginners, reaching about $90,313 at mid-level, and approach $96,374 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Technical Design?

Technical Design salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Technical Design roles are District of Columbia $96,003, California $95,639, Massachusetts $94,364. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Technical Design roles make?

Salaries for Technical Design level roles vary by specialization: Product Design Engineer V: $160,169; Product Design Engineer IV: $136,708; Technical Learning Design Manager: $134,382; Design Architect, Master: $131,700; Product Design Engineer III: $111,959.

Technical Design Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Technical Design make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Design in Rhode Island is $89,899 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $106,345
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,942 to $98,507
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,878

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Technical Design Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,507	$8,209	$1,894	$47
Average	$89,899	$7,492	$1,729	$43
25th Percentile	$79,942	$6,662	$1,537	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Technical Design Salaries

A Technical Design'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 Technical Design Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical Design'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-Level (less than 1 year): $88,931
Early Career (1-2 years): $89,207
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,313
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $93,573
Expert (over 8 years): $96,374

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Technical Design	$88,931
Intermediate Level Technical Design	$89,207
Senior Level Technical Design	$90,313
Specialist Level Technical Design	$93,573
Expert Level Technical Design	$96,374

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How Do Technical Design 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 Technical Designs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,003.
California: $95,639.
Massachusetts: $94,364.

District of Columbia $96,003 California $95,639 Massachusetts $94,364 Washington $94,017 New Jersey $93,982 Alaska $93,861 Connecticut $92,665 New York $92,179

Hawaii $90,627 Rhode Island $89,899 Maryland $89,404 Minnesota $88,728 Colorado $88,468 Illinois $88,381 Oregon $88,052 Delaware $87,809

New Hampshire $87,656 Virginia $87,315 Pennsylvania $86,318 Nevada $85,815 North Dakota $85,650 Michigan $85,390 Wisconsin $85,294 Vermont $85,104

Texas $84,575 Maine $84,540 Arizona $84,488 Ohio $84,427 Georgia $83,630 Indiana $83,231 Wyoming $83,153 Utah $83,031

Iowa $82,979 Kansas $82,563 Louisiana $82,442 North Carolina $82,398 Missouri $82,381 Florida $82,043 Montana $81,861 Nebraska $81,687

Kentucky $81,592 South Carolina $81,245 Tennessee $81,028 Idaho $80,942 New Mexico $80,309 Oklahoma $80,170 Alabama $79,658 South Dakota $78,800

Arkansas $78,332 West Virginia $78,080 Mississippi $77,326

Top Paying Cities for Technical Designs

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: $91,022
Albion: $90,253
Ashaway: $90,850

Adamsville, RI $91,022 Albion, RI $90,253 Ashaway, RI $90,850 Barrington, RI $90,016 Block Island, RI $90,517 Bradford, RI $90,795 Bristol, RI $90,362 Carolina, RI $90,645

Charlestown, RI $90,678 Chepachet, RI $90,498 Clayville, RI $90,245 Coventry, RI $90,250 West Greenwich, RI $90,499 East Greenwich, RI $90,189 Exeter, RI $90,473 Fiskeville, RI $90,014

Forestdale, RI $90,708 Foster, RI $90,450 Glendale, RI $90,714 Greene, RI $90,569 Greenville, RI $90,049 Harmony, RI $90,165 Harrisville, RI $90,675 Hope, RI $90,070

Hope Valley, RI $90,770 Hopkinton, RI $90,890 Jamestown, RI $90,586 Kenyon, RI $90,634 Little Compton, RI $91,008 Manville, RI $90,372 Mapleville, RI $90,515 Newport, RI $90,677

Middletown, RI $90,717 North Kingstown, RI $90,344 North Scituate, RI $90,166 Oakland, RI $90,613 Pascoag, RI $90,735 Pawtucket, RI $89,881 Central Falls, RI $89,921 Cumberland, RI $90,432

Lincoln, RI $90,011 Portsmouth, RI $90,668 Prudence Island, RI $90,481 Rockville, RI $90,876 Saunderstown, RI $90,532 Shannock, RI $90,639 Slatersville, RI $90,708 Slocum, RI $90,529

Tiverton, RI $90,943 Wakefield, RI $90,609 Kingston, RI $90,574 Narragansett, RI $90,634 Peace Dale, RI $90,597 Warren, RI $90,248 Warwick, RI $89,997 Westerly, RI $90,871

West Kingston, RI $90,603 West Warwick, RI $90,107 Wood River Junction, RI $90,732 Woonsocket, RI $90,713 North Smithfield, RI $90,506 Wyoming, RI $90,639 Providence, RI $89,855 Cranston, RI $89,867

North Providence, RI $89,878 East Providence, RI $89,861 Riverside, RI $89,890 Rumford, RI $89,877 Smithfield, RI $90,059 Johnston, RI $89,908

Technical Design Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Design'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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$79,942

Average $89,899/year

$98,507

$6,662

Average $7,492/month

$8,209

$1,537

Average $1,729/week

$1,894

$38

Average $43/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,507	$8,209	$1,894	$47
Average	$89,899	$7,492	$1,729	$43
25th Percentile	$79,942	$6,662	$1,537	$38

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