Set and Exhibit Designers pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for set and exhibit designers is $36.17 an hour ($75,240 a year). About 10,630 people work in this job there.
Pay range for set and exhibit designers in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.07 | $41,750 |
| 25% of workers | $25.40 | $52,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.17 | $75,240 |
| 75% of workers | $50.01 | $104,030 |
| 90% of workers | $65.10 | $135,410 |
Best-paying states for set and exhibit designers
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| California | $105,030 | 2,690 |
| Maryland | $80,540 | 420 |
| Washington | $77,230 | 170 |
| District of Columbia | $76,900 | 190 |
| New Jersey | $76,380 | 220 |
| Massachusetts | $74,540 | 230 |
| Nebraska | $73,980 | 50 |
| Indiana | $72,200 | 110 |
| Georgia | $67,210 | 310 |
| Minnesota | $66,090 | 150 |
Pay by state
- California · $105,030
- Florida · $60,750
Education, experience and outlook for set and exhibit designers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +1.4% over ten years, little or no change · about 2,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | $62,960 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $39,390 |
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | $99,280 |
| Interior Designers | $67,190 |
| Art Directors | $114,850 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designers | $83,910 |
| Fashion Designers | $80,960 |
| Museum Technicians and Conservators | $51,440 |
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