Web Designer Salary in Sherman Oaks, California

Sherman Oaks is a Los Angeles neighborhood with a high cost of living and many media and creative employers. Web designers here work with local firms. Salaries reflect the local market.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$57,000 to $66,000

Average (per year)

$61,000

In Sherman Oaks, entry-level web designers find opportunities at marketing firms, entertainment startups, and boutique agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$66,000 to $79,000

Average (per year)

$72,000

Mid-level designers in the area handle projects for creative agencies, media companies, and tech-adjacent businesses along Ventura Boulevard.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$79,000 to $95,000

Average (per year)

$87,000

Senior designers lead design teams and serve entertainment and e-commerce clients.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$95,000+

Principal-level designers guide digital strategy for larger agencies or run their own creative studios, serving various clients.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$28 - $38

per hour

Mid-level

$38 - $52

per hour

Senior

$52 - $70

per hour