As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Exterior Designer in the US is $56,977, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,096 weekly, or $4,748 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Exterior Designer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Exterior Designer in the US vary widely, spanning from $41,889 to $73,918. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,079) and 75th percentile ($65,845), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,918 per year. This $16,766 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Microsoft Office, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Exterior Designer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 23 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
Exterior Designer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Exterior Designer Salary $41,889 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Exterior Designer Salary $49,079 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Exterior Designer Salary $56,977 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Exterior Designer Salary $65,845 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Exterior Designer Salary $73,918 US August 01, 2026
25% $49,079 10% $41,889 90% $73,918 75% $65,845 $56,977 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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