Construction & Real Estate Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Interior Designer Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median interior designer salary in Aurora, IL is $58,511 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$58,511
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-3,079
Cost of Living
95%

Interior Designer Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level interior designer earns around $34,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $95,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$34,200
$-1,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$59,850
$-3,150 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$95,000
$-5,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $32,300
25th Percentile $41,800
Median (50th) $58,511
75th Percentile $77,900
90th Percentile $102,600

Interior Designer Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$66,517
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$65,901
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$52,352
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$50,504
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Interior Designer in Aurora

Education

Most interior designer positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Space PlanningAutoCAD/SketchUpColor TheoryMaterial SelectionProject ManagementClient Relations

Job Outlook

Nationally, interior designer employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.