Commercial and Industrial Designers pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for commercial and industrial designers is $34.25 an hour ($71,230 a year). About 750 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($83,910). Tennessee ranks 35th of 41 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for commercial and industrial designers in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.80 | $45,330 |
| 25% of workers | $28.81 | $59,930 |
| Half of workers (median) | $34.25 | $71,230 |
| 75% of workers | $41.10 | $85,490 |
| 90% of workers | $52.13 | $108,430 |
Commercial and Industrial Designers pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Knoxville | $70,200 | 100 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $68,020 | 0 |
| Memphis | $67,830 | 80 |
| Chattanooga | $66,500 | 60 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Engineers | $99,080 |
| Mechanical Engineers | $99,550 |
| Mechanical Drafters | $63,390 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $62,270 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $34,500 |
| Graphic Designers | $57,270 |
| Interior Designers | $63,660 |
| Art Directors | $89,860 |
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