Commercial and Industrial Designers pay in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the median pay for commercial and industrial designers is $48.90 an hour ($101,720 a year). About 1,240 people work in this job there.
That is 21% higher than the U.S. median ($83,910). Massachusetts ranks 3rd of 41 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for commercial and industrial designers in Massachusetts
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.55 | $76,010 |
| 25% of workers | $39.21 | $81,570 |
| Half of workers (median) | $48.90 | $101,720 |
| 75% of workers | $61.64 | $128,200 |
| 90% of workers | $72.11 | $149,990 |
Commercial and Industrial Designers pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $102,530 | 1,020 |
| Worcester | $93,680 | 90 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for commercial and industrial designers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 2,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Massachusetts
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Engineers | $109,420 |
| Mechanical Engineers | $119,300 |
| Materials Engineers | $114,100 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $62,390 |
| Mechanical Drafters | $75,490 |
| Fashion Designers | $103,520 |
| Graphic Designers | $76,710 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $43,290 |
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