Set and Exhibit Designers Salary in Tennessee
The median pay for a set and exhibit designers in Tennessee is $45,840/year ($22.04/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $26K at the entry level to $104K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Tennessee. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $46K get you in Tennessee?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Tennessee
Entry-level set and exhibit designers (10th percentile) start around $26K. Mid-career wages sit at $46K. Top earners bring in $104K or more, a $78K spread from bottom to top.
Set and Exhibit Designers salary by metro in Tennessee
2 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis | $66K | +44% | 40 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $50K | +9% | 200 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do set and exhibit designers make in Tennessee?
The median is $45,840 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $25,980, and experienced set and exhibit designers can clear $104,000. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $46K enough to live in Tennessee?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,239/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,215/month, which eats 37.5% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a set and exhibit designers salary go in Tennessee?
Tennessee has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median set and exhibit designers salary is worth about $51,058 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do set and exhibit designers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.