Interior Designer Salaries in New Zealand
Salary and wage information for New Zealand professions is compiled regularly by analysis of New Zealand jobs advertised in major publications. Salaries are annual unless otherwise stated. Job ads in New Zealand often do not mention remuneration. Salaries are generally negotiable, within limits.
Graduate interior designers can expect a starting salary of around $30,000 to $45,000. With several years’ experience this can rise to between $45,000 and $70,000. Senior interior designers can earn up to $90,000.
The downturn in the construction industry has meant that there are fewer opportunities in this occupation than there were several years ago.
Most interior designers work in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.
Interior Designer Salaries / Wages in 2011-2012
| Position | Salary / Wage $ | Location |
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| Interior Designer | 40,000 – 50,000 | Auckland |
| Senior Interior Designer | 60,000 – 80,000 | Auckland |
| Junior Interior Designer | 45,000 – 55,000 | Auckland |
| Experienced Interior Designer | 55,000 + | Auckland |
| Intermediate Interior Designer | 40,000 – 60,000 | Wellington |
| Interior Designer | 45,000 – 60,000 | Christchurch |
| Junior Interior Designer | 40,000 – 55,000 | Christchurch |
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