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How much does Technical Designer make?
Total pay range
$74K - $122K/yr
$95K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$61K - $97K/yrBase pay
$13K - $25K/yrAdditional pay
Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
What is the pay outlook for Arts & Design?
Jobs in arts & design are growing due to increased access to remote work. These jobs often require a bachelor’s degree and technical skills such as graphic design software, web-development and research. Salaries vary, as jobs tend to be short-term and contractual, offering workers flexible schedules and the opportunity to manage multiple projects at once.
Recent salaries shared by Technical Designer
50 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Technical Designer
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1-3 years
$58K - $67K/yr
New York, NY
submitted on Mar 18, 2026
$58K - $67K/yr
Technical Designer
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4-6 years
$82K/yr
($82K • $0)
New York, NY
submitted on Mar 17, 2026
$82K/yr
$82K • $0
Technical Designer
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10-14 years
$83K/yr
($83K • $0)
New York, NY
submitted on Mar 10, 2026
$83K/yr
$83K • $0
Technical Designer
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1-3 years
$58K/yr
($57K • $758)
New York, NY
submitted on Mar 10, 2026
$58K/yr
$57K • $758
Technical Designer
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7-9 years
$80K/yr
($80K • $0)
Los Angeles, CA
submitted on Mar 8, 2026
$80K/yr
$80K • $0
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Technical Designer
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10-14 years
$87K - $101K/yr
New York, NY
submitted on Mar 4, 2026
$87K - $101K/yr
Technical Designer
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1-3 years
$71K - $83K/yr
Houston, TX
submitted on Feb 26, 2026
$71K - $83K/yr
Technical Designer
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10-14 years
$114K/yr
($91K • $23K)
Philadelphia, PA
submitted on Feb 18, 2026
$114K/yr
$91K • $23K
Technical Designer
|
1-3 years
$57K/yr
($57K • $0)
Franklin Park, IL
submitted on Feb 14, 2026
$57K/yr
$57K • $0
Technical Designer
|
10-14 years
$83K - $97K/yr
Culver City, CA
submitted on Feb 9, 2026
$83K - $97K/yr
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Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Technical Designer in United States are Media & Communication with a median total pay of $104,118, Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $99,453, Information Technology with a median total pay of $94,940, Human Resources & Staffing with a median total pay of $87,405, and Financial Services with a median total pay of $85,920.
Frequently asked questions about Technical Designer salaries
The average salary for Technical Designer is $94,763 per year or $46 per hour, with top earners making up to $152,504 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $74,280 (25th percentile) to $122,129 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 2798 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Technical Designer employees.
The highest salary for Technical Designer is $122,129 per year, $10,177 per month or $59 per hour.
The lowest salary for Technical Designer is $74,280 per year, $6,190 per month or $36 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Technical Designer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $83,231 per year (estimate) and goes up to $151,494 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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