Web Designer Salary in Bucharest, Romania

Bucharest offers mid-level web designers about 65,000 RON annually. Tech startups, multinational agencies, and the e‑commerce sector are active in the market. Rent and transport prices are considered when setting compensation.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

lei40,000 to lei55,000

Average (per year)

lei47,000

New graduates and those with limited experience fill entry roles at small studios or startups.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

lei55,000 to lei76,000

Average (per year)

lei65,000

Mid-level designers work for tech firms or digital agencies, managing more complex projects.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

lei76,000 to lei105,000

Average (per year)

lei89,000

Senior professionals supervise teams and interface with corporate clients.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

lei105,000+

Principal designers are hired by multinational companies or leading local agencies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

lei58 - lei90

per hour

Mid-level

lei90 - lei135

per hour

Senior

lei135 - lei200

per hour

Bucharest salaries are higher than the Romanian average for web designers.