UI/UX Designer Salary in Fort Collins, Colorado

Fort Collins includes tech startups and academic employers, influenced by Colorado State University. Local cost of living trends are higher. UI/UX designers earn wages typical for the region.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$51,000 to $63,000

Average (per year)

$57,000

University graduates and newcomers find jobs with CSU-related projects, local startups, and marketing agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$67,000 to $82,000

Average (per year)

$74,500

With four or five years of experience, designers may work for regional SaaS firms and engineering consultancies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$85,000 to $99,000

Average (per year)

$92,000

Senior designers support larger employers in bioscience, energy, and higher education technology.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$104,000+

Principal and lead designers advance to product leadership roles that span multiple teams or departments.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

$27 - $36

per hour

Mid-level

$38 - $53

per hour

Senior

$55 - $75

per hour