How much does a designer make in Texas?
$41,590a year
Median yearly pay for designers in Texas. That is $20.00 an hour or $3,466 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.00
- Vs. national median
- -36%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 26
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,720Median: $41,590Highest 10%: $82,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,720 | $15.73 | |
| 25th | $39,670 | $19.07 | |
| Median | $41,590 | $20.00 | |
| 75th | $75,270 | $36.19 | |
| 90th | $82,720 | $39.77 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Austin, TX | $67,770 |
| Dallas, TX | $52,390 |
| Houston, TX | $39,670 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for designers.
| 22. Missouri | $48,320 |
| 23. Arkansas | $44,470 |
| 24. Montana | $42,000 |
| 25. Texas | $41,590 |
| 26. Ohio | $38,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a designer make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $20.00 ($41,590 a year).
Do designers make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $41,590 against $64,950 nationally, 36% less.
Where does Texas rank for designer pay?
Texas ranks 25 of 26 states.
Which city in Texas pays designers the most?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX, with a median of $67,770 a year.
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.