Commercial and Industrial Designers Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,130 +2.1% vs national
Median hourly $39.01
10th percentile $37,600
90th percentile $111,480
Employed locally 80
National median $79,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,600
    25th
    $56,460
    50th (median)
    $81,130
    75th
    $106,030
    90th
    $111,480

    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$40,330
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    Graphic Designers$48,660
    Floral Designers$34,790
    Interior Designers$71,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Commercial and Industrial Designers make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Commercial and Industrial Designers in Southern Michigan is $39.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.60 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Commercial and Industrial Designers salaries?

    The median Commercial and Industrial Designers salary in Southern Michigan is 2.1% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Commercial and Industrial Designers (10th percentile) earn around $37,600 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,460.