Interior Designers Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $53,500 -15.7% vs national
Median hourly $25.72
10th percentile $32,900
90th percentile $115,970
Employed locally 80
National median $63,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,900
    25th
    $45,730
    50th (median)
    $53,500
    75th
    $75,900
    90th
    $115,970

    Top-paying metros for Interior Designers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $96,780
    Reading, PA $85,680
    San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA $83,580
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $80,720
    Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area $79,880
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $79,800

    Related occupations in Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $34,250
    Public Relations Specialists $48,860
    Coaches and Scouts $40,540
    Interpreters and Translators $44,230
    Floral Designers $28,440
    Producers and Directors $53,250

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Interior Designers make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Interior Designers in Eastern North Carolina is $25.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.34 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Interior Designers salaries?

    The median Interior Designers salary in Eastern North Carolina is 15.7% below the national median of $63,490. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Interior Designers in Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Interior Designers (10th percentile) earn around $32,900 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,730.