▲13%
$14.43
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$11
MEDIAN
$14.43
90%
$21
The average hourly pay for a Truss Designer is $14.43 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$11 - $21
Bonus
$491 - $4k
Profit Sharing
$0 - $2k
Total Pay
$24k - $50k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Truss Designers?
What Do Truss Designers Do?
Truss Designer Tasks
- Design, quote and prepare drawings for trusses using AutoCAD.
- Generate truss placement layouts for construction.
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Common Health Benefits for a Truss Designer
Medical
65%
Dental
60%
Vision
48%
None
35%
Gender Breakdown for Truss Designers
Male
90.0%
Female
10.0%
This data is based on 30 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Truss Designers
What is the highest pay for Truss Designers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Truss Designer is $21 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Truss Designers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Truss Designer is $11 / hour
How can Truss Designers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Truss 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 a Truss Designer that oversees more junior Truss Designers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.