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Exhibit Designers

Earnings

Salaries for exhibit designers vary widely depending on the size, type, and location of the institution, as well as the education, expertise, and achievements of the designer.

In December 2024, ZipRecruiter.com reported the median annual salary for museum exhibit designers was $62,310; salaries ranged from less than $41,500 to more than $94,000. The U.S. Department of Labor reports that mean annual earnings for set and exhibit designers employed by museums, historical sites, and related institutions were $59,840 in May 2023. Salaries for all set and exhibit designers ranged from less than $32,240 to more than $113,740.

Fringe benefits, including medical and dental insurance, paid vacations and sick leave, and retirement plans, vary according to each employer's policies.

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