Web Designer Salary in Larimer County
Larimer County includes Fort Collins and Colorado State University. Web designers here earn less than in Denver or Boulder. Housing prices are rising in popular neighborhoods.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$45,000 to $57,000
Average (per year)
$51,000
Most entry-level web designers in Larimer County work for small agencies, educational institutions, or local businesses.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$57,000 to $73,000
Average (per year)
$65,000
Mid-level designers join regional employers in healthcare, education, or outdoor retail.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$73,000 to $90,000
Average (per year)
$82,000
Senior web designers have portfolios with larger clients or work for organizations in Fort Collins.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$90,000+
Principal and lead roles are rare but found in higher education, municipal government, or niche software firms.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$20 - $32
per hour
Mid-level
$32 - $48
per hour
Senior
$48 - $70
per hour