Interior Designers vs. Coaches and Scouts: Who Earns More?
Interior Designers out-earn Coaches and Scouts by $20K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Interior Designers land at $67,190 and Coaches and Scouts at $47,320. The education gap is real: interior designer programs typically require bachelor's degree, while coaches and scout programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Interior Designers is District of Columbia ($98,450); for Coaches and Scouts it's New Jersey ($76,700).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Interior Designers median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Interior Designers or Coaches and Scouts?
Interior Designers earn more nationally. The median is $67,190 for Interior Designers versus $47,320 for Coaches and Scouts, a difference of $20K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Interior Designers or Coaches and Scouts?
Coaches and Scouts has the better 10-year outlook at 6.4% projected growth, compared to 3.2% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Interior Designers or Coaches and Scouts?
Interior Designers typically requires bachelor's degree. Coaches and Scouts requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Interior Designers get paid the most?
District of Columbia is the top-paying state for Interior Designers at $98,450/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Interior Designers vs. Coaches and Scouts pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In District of Columbia, Interior Designers earn $98,450 vs. $65,360 for Coaches and Scouts. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.