What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Production Designer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Production Designer?

The MFG Nondurable industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Production Designer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assistant Production Designer's salary?

An Assistant Production Designer's salary grows with experience: starting around $66,017 for beginners, reaching about $104,658 at mid-level, and approach $138,318 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Production Designer?

Assistant Production Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Production Designer roles are District of Columbia $71,231, California $70,961, Massachusetts $70,015. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Production Designer roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Production Designer level roles vary by specialization: Catalog Production Assistant: $161,905; Assistant Production Manager: $117,225; Senior Production Designer: $112,565; Digital Production Designer: $84,892; Assistant Designer: $65,820.

Assistant Production Designer Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Assistant Production Designer make in Hawaii? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Production Designer in Hawaii is $67,242 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, an Assistant Production Designer's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,476
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $61,585 to $73,122
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,434

10% $56,434

50% (Median) $67,242

90% $78,476

Assistant Production Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,122	$6,094	$1,406	$35
Average	$67,242	$5,604	$1,293	$32
25th Percentile	$61,585	$5,132	$1,184	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Production Designer Salaries

An Assistant Production Designer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Production Designer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Production Designer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $66,017
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,511
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $104,658
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,682
Expert (over 8 years): $138,318

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Assistant Production Designer	less than 1 year	$66,017
Fashion Designer II	1-2 years	$81,511
Fashion Designer III	2-4 years	$104,658
Fashion Designer IV	5-8 years	$145,682
Manager of Fashion Design	over 8 years	$138,318

How Do Assistant Production Designer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Assistant Production Designers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,231.
California: $70,961.
Massachusetts: $70,015.

District of Columbia $71,231 California $70,961 Massachusetts $70,015 Washington $69,758 New Jersey $69,732 Alaska $69,642 Connecticut $68,754 New York $68,394

Hawaii $67,242 Rhode Island $66,702 Maryland $66,335 Minnesota $65,833 Colorado $65,640 Illinois $65,576 Oregon $65,331 Delaware $65,151

New Hampshire $65,038 Virginia $64,785 Pennsylvania $64,045 Nevada $63,672 North Dakota $63,549 Michigan $63,356 Wisconsin $63,286 Vermont $63,144

Texas $62,752 Maine $62,726 Arizona $62,687 Ohio $62,642 Georgia $62,050 Indiana $61,754 Wyoming $61,697 Utah $61,607

Iowa $61,568 Kansas $61,259 Louisiana $61,169 North Carolina $61,137 Missouri $61,124 Florida $60,873 Montana $60,738 Nebraska $60,609

Kentucky $60,539 South Carolina $60,281 Tennessee $60,120 Idaho $60,056 New Mexico $59,586 Oklahoma $59,483 Alabama $59,104 South Dakota $58,467

Arkansas $58,120 West Virginia $57,933 Mississippi $57,373

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Production Designer

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $66,878
Anahola: $66,001
Captain Cook: $65,935

Aiea, HI $66,878

Anahola, HI $66,001

Captain Cook, HI $65,935

Eleele, HI $66,135

Ewa Beach, HI $66,819

Kapolei, HI $66,765

Haiku, HI $66,050

Hakalau, HI $65,902

Haleiwa, HI $66,637

Hana, HI $65,892

Hanalei, HI $65,915

Hanamaulu, HI $66,049

Hanapepe, HI $66,132

Hauula, HI $66,738

Hawaii National Park, HI $65,979

Hawi, HI $66,088

Hilo, HI $66,042

Princeville, HI $66,035

Holualoa, HI $65,961

Honaunau, HI $65,847

Honokaa, HI $65,932

Honomu, HI $66,036

Hoolehua, HI $65,847

Kaaawa, HI $66,760

Kahuku, HI $66,618

Kahului, HI $66,203

Kailua, HI $66,857

Ocean View, HI $66,016

Waikoloa, HI $66,010

Keauhou, HI $65,961

Kailua Kona, HI $66,041

Kalaheo, HI $66,056

Kalaupapa, HI $65,787

Kamuela, HI $65,966

Kaneohe, HI $66,843

Kapaa, HI $66,128

Kaumakani, HI $66,163

Kaunakakai, HI $65,926

Keaau, HI $66,087

Kealakekua, HI $66,053

Kealia, HI $66,075

Kekaha, HI $66,008

Kihei, HI $66,135

Kilauea, HI $66,037

Kapaau, HI $65,986

Koloa, HI $66,066

Kualapuu, HI $65,907

Kunia, HI $66,744

Kurtistown, HI $66,054

Lahaina, HI $66,067

Laie, HI $66,676

Lanai City, HI $65,907

Laupahoehoe, HI $66,073

Lawai, HI $66,163

Lihue, HI $66,049

Makawao, HI $66,101

Makaweli, HI $65,903

Maunaloa, HI $65,748

Mountain View, HI $66,019

Naalehu, HI $65,886

Ninole, HI $65,842

Ookala, HI $65,863

Paauilo, HI $65,943

Pahala, HI $65,904

Pahoa, HI $65,992

Paia, HI $66,070

Papaaloa, HI $66,082

Papaikou, HI $65,945

Pearl City, HI $66,830

Pepeekeo, HI $66,073

Puunene, HI $66,203

Volcano, HI $65,979

Wahiawa, HI $66,715

Pukalani, HI $66,101

Mililani, HI $66,796

Kula, HI $65,965

Waialua, HI $66,601

Waianae, HI $66,663

Wailuku, HI $66,100

Waimanalo, HI $66,844

Waimea, HI $66,158

Waipahu, HI $66,801

Honolulu, HI $66,901

J B P H H, HI $66,890

Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $66,751

Schofield Barracks, HI $66,732

Fort Shafter, HI $66,901

Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $66,901

Camp H M Smith, HI $66,886

M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $66,821

Wake Island, HI $66,901

Assistant Production Designer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Production Designer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, MFG Nondurable, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Assistant Production Designer positions in Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Assistant Production Designer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Production Designer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable	$80,691	$39.0	20%

Assistant Production Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Production Designer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$61,585

Average $67,242/year

$73,122

$5,132

Average $5,604/month

$6,094

$1,184

Average $1,293/week

$1,406

$30

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,122	$6,094	$1,406	$35
Average	$67,242	$5,604	$1,293	$32
25th Percentile	$61,585	$5,132	$1,184	$30

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