Web Designer Salary in Ingham County

Ingham County benefits from Michigan State University and several large employers in the education and healthcare sectors. Web designers here earn salaries, and state government and tech startups provide opportunities.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$46,000 to $57,000

Average (per year)

$51,500

Create and update website layouts, assist with graphics, and test user interfaces.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$57,000 to $68,000

Average (per year)

$62,500

At the mid-level, web designers move into larger roles with education, health, or insurance companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$68,000 to $80,000

Average (per year)

$74,000

Senior web designers supervise projects for both public institutions and private sector employers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$80,000+

Principal roles exist at large employers.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$22 - $29

per hour

Mid-level

$29 - $38

per hour

Senior

$38 - $48

per hour