Commercial and Industrial Designers Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for commercial and industrial designers in the United States was $40.34, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $25.70 |
| 25th | $31.95 |
| Median | $40.34 |
| 75th | $52.43 |
| 90th | $67.20 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do commercial and industrial designers make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $40.34; the mean hourly wage is $44.84.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for commercial and industrial designers?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $25.70 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for commercial and industrial designers?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $67.20 per hour.