What are the main factors that influence a Front End Designer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Front End Designer?

Front End Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Front End Designer roles are District of Columbia $83,645, California $83,327, Massachusetts $82,217. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Front End Designer roles make?

Salaries for Front End Designer level roles vary by specialization: Front End Architect: $105,243; Front End Engineer: $82,529; Front-End Developer: $81,566; Front End Manager: $79,815; Front End Loader: $77,503.

Front End Designer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Front End Designer make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Front End Designer in District of Columbia is $83,645 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a Front End Designer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $116,889
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,478 to $101,046
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,671

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Front End Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,046	$8,420	$1,943	$49
Average	$83,645	$6,970	$1,609	$40
25th Percentile	$68,478	$5,707	$1,317	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Front End Designer Salaries

A Front End Designer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Front End Designer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Front End Designers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $83,645.
California: $83,327.
Massachusetts: $82,217.

District of Columbia $83,645 California $83,327 Massachusetts $82,217 Washington $81,915 New Jersey $81,884 Alaska $81,779 Connecticut $80,736 New York $80,313

Hawaii $78,961 Rhode Island $78,326 Maryland $77,895 Minnesota $77,306 Colorado $77,080 Illinois $77,004 Oregon $76,717 Delaware $76,505

New Hampshire $76,372 Virginia $76,075 Pennsylvania $75,206 Nevada $74,768 North Dakota $74,624 Michigan $74,398 Wisconsin $74,315 Vermont $74,148

Texas $73,688 Maine $73,657 Arizona $73,612 Ohio $73,559 Georgia $72,864 Indiana $72,517 Wyoming $72,449 Utah $72,343

Iowa $72,298 Kansas $71,935 Louisiana $71,829 North Carolina $71,791 Missouri $71,776 Florida $71,482 Montana $71,323 Nebraska $71,172

Kentucky $71,089 South Carolina $70,787 Tennessee $70,598 Idaho $70,522 New Mexico $69,971 Oklahoma $69,850 Alabama $69,404 South Dakota $68,656

Arkansas $68,248 West Virginia $68,029 Mississippi $67,372

Top Paying Cities for Front End Designers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $83,190
Washington: $83,191
Naval Anacost Annex: $83,187

Parcel Return Service, DC $83,190 Washington, DC $83,191 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $83,187 Washington Navy Yard, DC $83,190

Front End Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Front End Designer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$68,478

Average $83,645/year

$101,046

$5,707

Average $6,970/month

$8,420

$1,317

Average $1,609/week

$1,943

$33

Average $40/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,046	$8,420	$1,943	$49
Average	$83,645	$6,970	$1,609	$40
25th Percentile	$68,478	$5,707	$1,317	$33

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