How much does an interior designer make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for interior designers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $38.26 an hour or $6,633 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.26
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 9 of 184
- Jobs in the area
- 1,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,520 | $22.37 | |
| 25th | $62,560 | $30.08 | |
| Median | $79,590 | $38.26 | |
| 75th | $98,710 | $47.46 | |
| 90th | $131,600 | $63.28 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for interior designers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Musician and Singer | $133,600 |
| Artist and Related Worker | $125,100 |
| Media and Communication Equipment Worker | $121,700 |
| Writer and Author | $108,500 |
| Art Director | $106,000 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $101,700 |
| News Analyst | $101,000 |
| Producer and Director | $100,300 |
| Technical Writer | $99,910 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $94,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interior designer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $38.26 ($79,590 a year).
Do interior designers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $79,590 against $67,190 nationally, 18% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $98,450, so Washington pays 19% less.
Where does Washington rank for interior designer pay?
9 of 184 metro areas with data.
How much does an interior designer make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,520 or less a year; the top 10% make $131,600 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.