As of May 2014, the average Floral Designers brought home just shy of $25,010 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. But earnings vary greatly by location, as employers must offer higher wages in certain areas of the country to attract qualified candidates. On average, the highest wages paid in floral designers were in Connecticut, District of Columbia, Alaska, California and Massachusetts.
Salary: $18,310 – $38,660
Min. Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Job Outlook 2014-24: -3% (Decline)
Related Careers: Craft and Fine Artists, Fashion Designers, Graphic Designers, Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners
| Highest Paying States for Floral Designers | |
| State | Salary (hourly) |
| 1. Connecticut | $17.42 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $16.74 |
| 3. Alaska | $15.85 |
| 4. California | $15.26 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $15.25 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Data extracted on August 02, 2016