Book Designer Salary in the United States

How much does a Book Designer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Book Designer in the United States is $31,169 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $15.

However, a Book Designer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $35,222
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $28,849 to $33,290
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $26,736
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Book Designer Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $33,290 $2,774 $640 $16
Average $31,169 $2,597 $599 $15
25th Percentile $28,849 $2,404 $555 $14
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Key Factors That Influence Book Designer Salaries

A Book Designer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Book Designer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Book Designer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $30,587
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $31,013
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $31,699
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $31,793
  • Expert (over 8 years): $31,949
Levels Salary
Entry Level Book Designer$30,587
Intermediate Level Book Designer$31,013
Senior Level Book Designer$31,699
Specialist Level Book Designer$31,793
Expert Level Book Designer$31,949
$30,587 0 yr
$31,013 < 2 yrs
$31,699 2-4 yrs
$31,793 5-8 yrs
$31,949 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Book Designers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $39,313
  • San Francisco: $38,927
  • Oakland: $38,063

Book Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Book Designer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Book Designer

Salaries for a Book Designer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $34,589 in 2023 to around $33,789 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Book Designer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Book Designer Over Time

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