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Online Instructional Designer

Average Online Instructional Designer Salary

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$69,845
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$52k
MEDIAN
$70k
90%
$93k

The average salary for an Online Instructional Designer is $69,845 in 2025

Base Salary
$52k - $93k
Bonus
$999 - $10k
Profit Sharing
$317 - $11k
Commission
$0 - $27k
Total Pay
$51k - $97k
Based on 3,664 salary profiles (last updated Oct 01 2024)
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4.1 out of 5
(323)
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Common Health Benefits for a Online Instructional Designer

Medical
89%
Dental
84%
Vision
78%
None
10%

Gender Breakdown for Online Instructional Designers

Female
72.5%
Male
25.1%
Prefer to self-define
2.0%
This data is based on 1,127 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Online Instructional Designers

What is the highest pay for Online Instructional Designers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Online Instructional Designer is $93k / year

What is the lowest pay for Online Instructional Designers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Online Instructional Designer is $52k / year

How can Online Instructional Designers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Online Instructional Designer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Online Instructional Designer that oversees more junior Online Instructional Designers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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