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

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

How does experience change A Distribution Designer's salary?

A Distribution Designer's salary grows with experience: an Industrial Designer I (0-2 years)earns $74,524, an Distribution Designer (2-4 years)earns $88,684, an Industrial Designer III (4-7 years)earns $108,919, an Industrial Designer IV (7+ years)earns $137,873,

What are the highest paying states for a Distribution Designer?

Distribution Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Distribution Designer roles are District of Columbia $88,096, California $87,762, Massachusetts $86,592. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Distribution Designer roles make?

Salaries for Distribution Designer level roles vary by specialization: Head of Distribution: $211,150; VP of Distribution: $211,148; Distribution Director: $183,131; Distribution Manager: $89,201; Electrical Designer III: $84,305.

Distribution Designer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Distribution Designer make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Distribution Designer in District of Columbia is $88,096 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,491
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,616 to $93,537
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,896

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Distribution Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,537	$7,795	$1,799	$45
Average	$88,096	$7,341	$1,694	$42
25th Percentile	$79,616	$6,635	$1,531	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Distribution Designer Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $88,096.
California: $87,762.
Massachusetts: $86,592.

District of Columbia $88,096 California $87,762 Massachusetts $86,592 Washington $86,274 New Jersey $86,242 Alaska $86,130 Connecticut $85,032 New York $84,587

Hawaii $83,163 Rhode Island $82,494 Maryland $82,041 Minnesota $81,420 Colorado $81,181 Illinois $81,102 Oregon $80,799 Delaware $80,577

New Hampshire $80,437 Virginia $80,123 Pennsylvania $79,208 Nevada $78,747 North Dakota $78,595 Michigan $78,357 Wisconsin $78,269 Vermont $78,094

Texas $77,609 Maine $77,577 Arizona $77,529 Ohio $77,474 Georgia $76,742 Indiana $76,376 Wyoming $76,304 Utah $76,193

Iowa $76,145 Kansas $75,763 Louisiana $75,652 North Carolina $75,612 Missouri $75,596 Florida $75,286 Montana $75,118 Nebraska $74,959

Kentucky $74,872 South Carolina $74,554 Tennessee $74,355 Idaho $74,275 New Mexico $73,694 Oklahoma $73,567 Alabama $73,097 South Dakota $72,310

Arkansas $71,880 West Virginia $71,649 Mississippi $70,957

Top Paying Cities for Distribution 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:

Parcel Return Service: $88,096
Washington: $88,096
Naval Anacost Annex: $88,096

Parcel Return Service, DC $88,096 Washington, DC $88,096 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $88,096 Washington Navy Yard, DC $88,096

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

Understanding how a Distribution 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

$79,616

Average $88,096/year

$93,537

$6,635

Average $7,341/month

$7,795

$1,531

Average $1,694/week

$1,799

$38

Average $42/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,537	$7,795	$1,799	$45
Average	$88,096	$7,341	$1,694	$42
25th Percentile	$79,616	$6,635	$1,531	$38

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