As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Construction Designer in the US is $71,413, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,373 weekly, or $5,951 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Construction Designer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Construction Designer in the US vary widely, spanning from $56,161 to $84,907. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,429) and 75th percentile ($78,476), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,907 per year. This $15,047 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Products and Services or Photoshop, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Construction Designer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 59 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Construction Designer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Construction Designer Salary $56,161 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Construction Designer Salary $63,429 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Construction Designer Salary $71,413 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Construction Designer Salary $78,476 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Construction Designer Salary $84,907 US January 01, 2026
25% $63,429 10% $56,161 90% $84,907 75% $78,476 $71,413 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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