Designer salary in United States

The average salary for a Designer is $83,765 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 5.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 26, 2026.

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Designer salaries typically range between a low of $46,777 and a high of $150,001 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Designer include Austin, TX at $101,310 per year, Fort Myers, FL at $92,410 per year, and New York, NY at $88,596 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Designer include HCA Healthcare ($416,000 per year) and HYPERION BIOTECHNOLOGY ($377,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Designer salary compares to related positions:

• Associate Designer: Average $48,636 per year
• Senior Designer: Average $109,690 per year
• Entry Level Designer: Average $31.18 per hour
• Junior Designer: Average $61,965 per year