How much does A home interior designer make hourly?

As of January 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of home interior designer in the United States is $23. While Salary.com is seeing that home interior designer salary in the US can go up to $26 or down to $18, but most earn between $20 and $24. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of home interior designer in the United States.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
home interior designer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile home interior designer Salary $18 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile home interior designer Salary $20 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile home interior designer Salary $23 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile home interior designer Salary $24 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile home interior designer Salary $26 US January 01, 2026
25% $20 10% $18 90% $26 75% $24 $23 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A home interior designer ?

The salary of a home interior designer varies based on factors such as experience, location, and the complexity of projects. Entry-level designers typically earn between $40,000 and $50,000 annually, while those with several years of experience can make between $50,000 and $80,000. Senior designers or those in managerial positions may earn upwards of $100,000. Geographic location plays a significant role, with urban areas often offering higher salaries due to increased demand. Additionally, designers who specialize in high-end residential projects or work for prestigious firms may command prem...

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    home interior designer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Interior Designer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of home interior designer in the United States. The average hourly rate for home interior designer ranges from $20 to $24 with the average hourly pay of $23. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $18 to $25 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $23.

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