The employment outlook for website designers is expected to be greater than average. Decreases in costs for website development and business reliance on technology will support increased demand. Additionally, an economic recovery in the advertising sector is also fueling demand.
Wages for website designers are excellent. The median annual pay rate is $54,070. The U.S. Department of Labor did not offer high and low end salary ranges for this occupation.
Advancement in web design can take many forms. Management opportunities are available in web design, as is movement to larger companies that offer better salaries. Many web designers are self-employed, with their own companies. Advancement is also contingent upon maintaining and developing better skills. For example, an excellent website programmer who lacks graphic design skills can improve their career by improving their design skills.
