Industrial Designer Salary in 2026
Design manufactured products combining art, business, and engineering principles.
Median Salary
$72,000
$6,000/mo
Entry Level
$48,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$98,000
experienced
Job Growth
+6%
10-yr outlook
Industrial Designer Overview
Design manufactured products combining art, business, and engineering principles.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
2-4 years
Industry
Engineering
Total Jobs (US)
28K
5-Year Growth
+8%
Category
Engineering
Hourly Rate
$34.62/hr
Monthly Pay
$6,000
Industrial Designer Salary Calculator
Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Industrial Designer salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Industrial Designer Salary
$81,000
$6,750/month · $3,115/biweekly · $38.94/hr
Industrial Designer Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Industrial Designer field.
Entry-level Industrial Designers earn around $48,000, while the top 10% earn $109,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Industrial Designers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $85,000 | +$13,000 |
| New York | $83,000 | +$11,000 |
| Oregon | $74,000 | +$2,000 |
| Michigan | $68,000 | $-4,000 |
| Ohio | $68,000 | $-4,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Industrial Designers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $90,000 | +$18,000 |
| New York | $85,000 | +$13,000 |
| Portland | $76,000 | +$4,000 |
| Detroit | $68,000 | $-4,000 |
| Columbus | $68,000 | $-4,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Industrial Designer Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Industrial Designer from entry level to expert.
$48,000
0-2 years
$73,000
3-7 years
$98,000
8-14 years
$120,000
15+ years
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