How much does a commercial and industrial designer make in Atlanta?
Median yearly pay for commercial and industrial designers in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $45.52 an hour or $7,890 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.52
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 21 of 117
- Jobs in the area
- 180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,370 | $29.02 | |
| 25th | $73,610 | $35.39 | |
| Median | $94,680 | $45.52 | |
| 75th | $128,600 | $61.81 | |
| 90th | $141,100 | $67.86 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for commercial and industrial designers.
| Dalton, GA | $74,660 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $66,500 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Actor | $135,800 |
| Artist and Related Worker | $122,600 |
| Art Director | $111,500 |
| Athlete and Sports Competitor | $94,530 |
| Sound Engineering Technician | $86,610 |
| News Analyst | $85,040 |
| Writer and Author | $81,990 |
| Set and Exhibit Designer | $80,960 |
| Court Reporter and Simultaneous Captioner | $80,000 |
| Producer and Director | $79,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a commercial and industrial designer make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $45.52 ($94,680 a year).
Do commercial and industrial designers make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $94,680 against $83,910 nationally, 13% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $91,360, so Atlanta pays 4% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for commercial and industrial designer pay?
21 of 117 metro areas with data.
How much does a commercial and industrial designer make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $60,370 or less a year; the top 10% make $141,100 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.