As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for costume design in Minnesota is $71,684, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,379 weekly, or $5,974 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 Minnesota vary widely, spanning from $58,727 to $84,660. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,902) and 75th percentile ($78,476), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,660 per year. This $13,574 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, Minnesota costume design often earn 2.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 66 companies. However, Minnesota currently ranks 12 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 $58,727 MN August 01, 2026
25th Percentile costume design Salary $64,902 MN August 01, 2026
50th Percentile costume design Salary $71,684 MN August 01, 2026
75th Percentile costume design Salary $78,476 MN August 01, 2026
90th Percentile costume design Salary $84,660 MN August 01, 2026
25% $64,902 10% $58,727 90% $84,660 75% $78,476 $71,684 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 Lakeville, MN Avg. Salary $77,230 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Minnetonka, MN Avg. Salary $78,141 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ada, MN Avg. Salary $72,590 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adams, MN Avg. Salary $74,032 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adolph, MN Avg. Salary $72,391 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adrian, MN Avg. Salary $71,199 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Afton, MN Avg. Salary $77,269 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ah Gwah Ching, MN Avg. Salary $72,665 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Aitkin, MN Avg. Salary $72,592 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Akeley, MN Avg. Salary $72,632 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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