Commercial and Industrial Designers
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$83,910/yr
Typical range
$66,450 – $109,050
Education
Bachelor's degree
Time to entry
About 4 years
What a Commercial and Industrial Designers does
These designers create the look and function of manufactured products like appliances, furniture, and electronics, balancing aesthetics with engineering and user experience. They use sketching, computer modeling, and prototyping to develop designs that are both beautiful and practical.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a bachelor's degree. About 4 years.
Estimated cost of that path: ~$40,000. Estimated payback: ~2 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Graphic Designers — $62,960/yr
- Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers — $39,390/yr
- Interior Designers — $67,190/yr
- Audio and Video Technicians — $58,100/yr
- Art Directors — $114,850/yr
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