Web Designer Salary in Ethiopia
Addis Ababa has a median salary for mid‑level web designers. Demand comes from various sources. Freelancers also benefit from e‑commerce work that values responsive sites.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
Br50,000 to Br72,000
Average (per year)
Br63,000
Entry-level web designers in Bodītī work for small businesses or local agencies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
Br72,000 to Br105,000
Average (per year)
Br90,000
Mid-level professionals support local retailers or educational organizations with their websites.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
Br105,000 to Br160,000
Average (per year)
Br132,500
Senior designers in Bodītī advise regional clients and manage projects for NGOs.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
Br160,000+
Principal web designers consult for government offices and lead digital strategy for prominent local employers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
Br50 - Br80
per hour
Mid-level
Br80 - Br125
per hour
Senior
Br130 - Br180
per hour
Market Overview
Local startups, telecom giants, and NGOs regularly hire designers to build portals and dashboards. Salary growth has been observed in recent years.