Commercial and Industrial Designers Salary in South Central Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $83,700 +5.3% vs national
Median hourly $40.24
10th percentile $45,260
90th percentile $102,960
Employed locally 40
National median $79,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,260
    25th
    $65,010
    50th (median)
    $83,700
    75th
    $99,500
    90th
    $102,960

    Top-paying metros for Commercial and Industrial Designers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $132,230
    Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY $116,070
    Baton Rouge, LA $114,850
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $114,200
    Boulder, CO $107,990
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $107,780

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $43,920
    Graphic Designers $52,300
    Public Relations Specialists $57,090
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $32,820
    Floral Designers $34,040
    Interior Designers $59,550

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Commercial and Industrial Designers make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Commercial and Industrial Designers in South Central Wisconsin is $40.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.00 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Commercial and Industrial Designers salaries?

    The median Commercial and Industrial Designers salary in South Central Wisconsin is 5.3% above the national median of $79,450. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Commercial and Industrial Designers in South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Commercial and Industrial Designers (10th percentile) earn around $45,260 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,010.