Commercial and Industrial Designers Salary in North Carolina
Commercial and Industrial Designers in North Carolina earn a median of $80,620 a year, −4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $80,620
- vs. U.S. median
- −4% ($83,910)
- Rank among states
- 20 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 1,000
Pay range in North Carolina
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,830; the top 10% earn over $134,040. Nationally the range is $53,460 to $139,770.
States ranked near North Carolina
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- Automotive Engineers$100,720 median in North Carolina (broader BLS group)
- Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers$48,180 median in North Carolina
- Wind Energy Engineers$112,450 median in North Carolina (broader BLS group)
Commercial and Industrial Designers pay in North Carolina
How much do commercial and industrial designers make in North Carolina?
The median is $80,620 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,830 and the top 10% earn over $134,040. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is North Carolina a good state for commercial and industrial designers?
On pay alone it ranks 20 of 41 (−4% vs. the national median of $83,910). Living costs are not included.