Fashion Designers Hourly Pay

Median hourly wage: $38.92

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$18.99
25th$24.97
Median$38.92
75th$51.19
90th$70.61

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do fashion designers make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $38.92; the mean hourly wage is $43.86.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for fashion designers?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $18.99 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for fashion designers?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $70.61 per hour.