What are the main factors that influence an Interior Design Architect's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Interior Design Architect?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Interior Design Architect roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Interior Design Architect's salary?

An Interior Design Architect's salary grows with experience: an Interior Design Architect (0-2 years)earns $61,624, an Architect II (2-4 years)earns $74,838, an Architect III (4-7 years)earns $92,209, an Architect IV (7+ years)earns $110,323, an Architect V (7-10 years)earns $129,771,

What are the highest paying states for an Interior Design Architect?

Interior Design Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Interior Design Architect roles are District of Columbia $67,858, California $67,600, Massachusetts $66,699. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Interior Design Architect roles make?

Salaries for Interior Design Architect level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Interior Design: $103,074; Interior Design Manager: $102,924; Interior Design Consultant: $90,833; Interior Design Engineer: $87,242; Interior Design Associate: $68,755.

Interior Design Architect Salary in Delaware

How much does an Interior Design Architect make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Interior Design Architect in Delaware is $62,066 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an Interior Design Architect's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,541
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,155 to $68,073
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,863

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Interior Design Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,073	$5,673	$1,309	$33
Average	$62,066	$5,172	$1,194	$30
25th Percentile	$55,155	$4,596	$1,061	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Interior Design Architect Salaries

An Interior Design Architect'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 Interior Design Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Interior Design Architect'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): $61,624
Early Career (1-2 years): $74,838
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $92,209
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $110,323
Expert (over 8 years): $129,771

Levels	Salary
Interior ... Level Interior Design Architect	$61,624
Architect... Level Interior Design Architect	$74,838
Architect... Level Interior Design Architect	$92,209
Architect... Level Interior Design Architect	$110,323
Architect... Level Interior Design Architect	$129,771

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How Do Interior Design Architect Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Interior Design Architects. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $67,858.
California: $67,600.
Massachusetts: $66,699.

District of Columbia $67,858 California $67,600 Massachusetts $66,699 Washington $66,454 New Jersey $66,430 Alaska $66,344 Connecticut $65,498 New York $65,155

Hawaii $64,058 Rhode Island $63,543 Maryland $63,194 Minnesota $62,715 Colorado $62,532 Illinois $62,470 Oregon $62,237 Delaware $62,066

New Hampshire $61,958 Virginia $61,717 Pennsylvania $61,012 Nevada $60,656 North Dakota $60,540 Michigan $60,356 Wisconsin $60,289 Vermont $60,154

Texas $59,780 Maine $59,755 Arizona $59,719 Ohio $59,676 Georgia $59,112 Indiana $58,830 Wyoming $58,775 Utah $58,689

Iowa $58,652 Kansas $58,358 Louisiana $58,272 North Carolina $58,242 Missouri $58,229 Florida $57,990 Montana $57,862 Nebraska $57,739

Kentucky $57,672 South Carolina $57,426 Tennessee $57,273 Idaho $57,212 New Mexico $56,764 Oklahoma $56,666 Alabama $56,305 South Dakota $55,698

Arkansas $55,367 West Virginia $55,189 Mississippi $54,656

Top Paying Cities for Interior Design Architects

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:

Lincoln: $61,786
Little Creek: $62,239
Magnolia: $62,149

Lincoln, DE $61,786 Little Creek, DE $62,239 Magnolia, DE $62,149 Milford, DE $61,943 Marydel, DE $62,045 Millsboro, DE $61,527 Millville, DE $61,622 Milton, DE $61,729

Nassau, DE $61,774 Ocean View, DE $61,612 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,730 Seaford, DE $61,765 Selbyville, DE $61,509 Smyrna, DE $62,282 Viola, DE $61,995 Woodside, DE $62,161

Bear, DE $62,018 Newark, DE $61,995 Claymont, DE $62,122 Delaware City, DE $62,057 Hockessin, DE $61,989 Kirkwood, DE $62,045 Middletown, DE $62,069 Montchanin, DE $62,003

New Castle, DE $62,013 Odessa, DE $62,100 Port Penn, DE $62,141 Rockland, DE $62,009 Saint Georges, DE $62,049 Townsend, DE $62,145 Winterthur, DE $62,017 Lewes, DE $61,753

Wilmington, DE $61,992 Dover, DE $62,239 Dover Afb, DE $61,911 Bethany Beach, DE $61,547 Bethel, DE $61,610 Bridgeville, DE $61,756 Camden Wyoming, DE $62,063 Cheswold, DE $62,218

Clayton, DE $62,220 Dagsboro, DE $61,504 Delmar, DE $61,405 Ellendale, DE $61,591 Felton, DE $61,938 Fenwick Island, DE $61,517 Frankford, DE $61,410 Frederica, DE $62,000

Georgetown, DE $61,481 Greenwood, DE $61,766 Harbeson, DE $61,546 Harrington, DE $61,860 Hartly, DE $62,052 Houston, DE $61,772 Kenton, DE $62,223 Laurel, DE $61,444

Yorklyn, DE $62,008

Interior Design Architect Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Interior Design Architect roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Interior Design Architect positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Interior Design Architect as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Interior Design Architect

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$77,582	$37.0	25%
Construction	$74,479	$36.0	20%
Business Services	$65,169	$31.0	5%

Interior Design Architect Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Interior Design Architect'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.

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$55,155

Average $62,066/year

$68,073

$4,596

Average $5,172/month

$5,673

$1,061

Average $1,194/week

$1,309

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,073	$5,673	$1,309	$33
Average	$62,066	$5,172	$1,194	$30
25th Percentile	$55,155	$4,596	$1,061	$27

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