What Is the Job Outlook for Interior Design?
According to statistics from the US Department of Labor, the interior design field is expected to grow faster than average through the year 2016, with an expected increase of 19 percent from 2006 to a total of 86,000 designers employed. These statistics provide a positive outlook for those seeking employment in the interior design field. As of this year, the median earnings for an interior designer stand at approximately $42,000, with the overall median salary range being approximately $32,000 to $78,500. Though the economy performed poorly throughout 2008 and remains uncertain, its impact on the interior design field is not yet realized. Interior design services are considered a luxury by many homeowners, but there are still homeowners that choose to convert equity in their homes into cash for remodeling projects and elect to hire a professional designer. Furthermore, the creation of multiple design shows on cable and satellite television has increased an interest in consumer spending