Interior Designers pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for interior designers is $36.81 an hour ($76,570 a year). About 2,250 people work in this job there.
That is 14% higher than the U.S. median ($67,190). It is about the same as the Illinois median ($76,290).
Pay range for interior designers in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.50 | $46,800 |
| 25% of workers | $29.44 | $61,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.81 | $76,570 |
| 75% of workers | $45.58 | $94,810 |
| 90% of workers | $63.46 | $131,990 |
Interior Designers pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $76,570 | 2,250 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $64,440 | 30 |
| Bloomington | $60,420 | 30 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for interior designers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 7,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | $66,490 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $40,250 |
| Art Directors | $104,570 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | $58,800 |
| Floral Designers | $36,200 |
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