As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for costume design in Georgia is $67,565, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,299 weekly, or $5,630 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for costume design in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for costume design in Georgia vary widely, spanning from $55,353 to $79,796. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,172) and 75th percentile ($73,967), while top earners (90th percentile) make $79,796 per year. This $12,795 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Collaboration or Product Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Georgia costume design often earn 3.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 66 companies. However, Georgia currently ranks 29 nationwide for costume design job salary. 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
costume design Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile costume design Salary $55,353 GA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile costume design Salary $61,172 GA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile costume design Salary $67,565 GA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile costume design Salary $73,967 GA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile costume design Salary $79,796 GA August 01, 2026
25% $61,172 10% $55,353 90% $79,796 75% $73,967 $67,565 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Costume designers play a crucial role in the visual storytelling of film, television, theater, and other performance arts. They are responsible for creating the overall look of characters through clothing and accessories, ensuring that costumes align with the narrative, setting, and character development. The salary for costume designers can vary widely based on factors such as experience, location, and the scale of the production. Entry-level positions may start at a lower salary, while experienced designers working on major productions can earn significantly more. Freelance costume designe...

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Location Abbeville, GA Avg. Salary $67,005 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Acworth, GA Avg. Salary $72,258 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adairsville, GA Avg. Salary $68,910 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adel, GA Avg. Salary $67,055 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adrian, GA Avg. Salary $66,733 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ailey, GA Avg. Salary $66,864 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alamo, GA Avg. Salary $66,945 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alapaha, GA Avg. Salary $66,919 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Albany, GA Avg. Salary $66,273 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Allenhurst, GA Avg. Salary $68,577 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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