Interior Designer Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Interior Designers in Sydney earn a median salary of $107,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $125,000. That sits 18% above Sydney's all-roles median of $90,726. Figures are based on 22 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 19th percentile in Sydney ↑ +1 listings vs last month
💰 Interior Designer · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,000 – $125,000
Median: $107,500
Apr $100k
May $107k
↑ Trending up

Based on 2-month data — short-term movement only.

Mid level $80,000 – $118,000
Overall $80k–$125k Mid $80k–$118k $77k $87k $98k $108k $118k $128k
⚠ Low confidence 22 listings (+1 vs last month) · 01/06/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Understanding the Sydney Market

Interior Designers in Sydney earned $107,500 at the median in May, up $7,500 from April and 18.5% above the city's all-roles median. The small sample of 22 listings warrants treating the exact figure as directional. The 42% spread (p10 of $80,000, p90 of $118,000) reflects the gap between junior studio roles and senior project-lead positions at architecture or fit-out firms. The upward move from April suggests some wage pressure in this market, consistent with ongoing commercial and residential construction activity in Sydney.

Take Home Pay (based on median $107,500)

Weekly (net)
~$1,537
Monthly (net)
~$6,662
Annual (net)
~$79,946
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $119,862

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Interior Designer in Sydney?
Interior Designers starting out in Sydney typically earn $80,000 at the p10. Reaching $95-$105k requires three to five years of project experience across commercial or hospitality fit-out, strong documentation skills, and a portfolio demonstrating independent design direction. Candidates with FF&E procurement experience move up this range faster than those in purely conceptual roles.
Is $107,500 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $107,500, an Interior Designer earns 18.5% above Sydney's all-roles median. The premium reflects specialist design skills, project management capability, and client-facing responsibilities not typical of all professional roles at similar experience levels. However, the $118,000 ceiling is relatively low compared to adjacent disciplines like architecture or project management that carry similar complexity.
How much does a Senior Interior Designer make in Sydney?
Senior Interior Designers in Sydney reach $118,000 at the p90. Progressing above this mark generally requires a move into a design director, principal, or practice leader role, or a shift into a corporate fit-out or luxury hospitality specialisation where project values are larger and the design premium is justified to clients.

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