Interior Designer Salary in Nebraska
Based on 430+ workers in Nebraska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NE)
$64,870
$31.19/hr
vs National Average
$65,910
-1.6% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$44K – $100K
430 employed in Nebraska
Salary Distribution — Interior Designer in Nebraska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $43,840 |
| 25th percentile | $50,870 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $64,870 |
| 75th percentile | $86,310 |
| 90th percentile | $100,200 |
Top-Paying Industries for Interior Designer (U.S.)
Which industries pay Interior Designers the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Interior Designers in Nebraska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Finance and Insurance | $109,990 | 40 |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $96,100 | 510 |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $84,990 | 2K |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | $80,850 | 70 |
| Educational Services | $77,300 | 250 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Interior Designer in Nebraska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nebraska) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $50,600 |
| 2023 | $50,980 |
| 2024 | $58,300 |
| 2025 | $64,870 |
| 2026 (projected) | $68,762 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Nebraska Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $50,600 | $58,317 |
| 2023 | $50,980 | $58,516 |
| 2024 | $58,300 | $61,752 |
| 2025 | $64,870 | $65,910 |
| 2026 (projected) | $68,762 | $69,865 |
Interior Designer Salary by Experience Level in Nebraska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $50,870 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $64,870 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $86,310 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $100,200 |
Interior Designer Salary in Other States
Related Interior Designer Salaries in Nebraska
How other high-demand occupations in Nebraska compare to Interior Designer ($64,870 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Interior Designer | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art Director in NE | $73,270 | +12.9% | $35.23/hr |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer in NE | $71,570 | +10.3% | $34.41/hr |
| Graphic Designer in NE | $56,700 | -12.6% | $27.26/hr |
| Producer and Director in NE | $52,580 | -18.9% | $25.28/hr |
| Audio and Video Technician in NE | $50,660 | -21.9% | $24.36/hr |
| Logistician in NE | $65,370 | +0.8% | $31.43/hr |
| Computer Network Support Specialist in NE | $65,450 | +0.9% | $31.47/hr |
| Writer and Author in NE | $65,470 | +0.9% | $31.48/hr |
| Web and Digital Interface Designer in NE | $65,520 | +1.0% | $31.50/hr |
| Librarian in NE | $64,060 | -1.2% | $30.80/hr |
| Training and Development Specialist in NE | $65,700 | +1.3% | $31.59/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in NE | $64,040 | -1.3% | $30.79/hr |