Web and Digital Interface Designers
Design digital user interfaces or websites. Develop and test layouts, interfaces, functionality, and navigation menus to ensure compatibility and usability across browsers or devices. May use web framework applications as well as client-side code and processes. May evaluate web design following web and accessibility standards, and may analyze web use metrics and optimize websites for marketability and search engine ranking. May design and test interfaces that facilitate the human-computer interaction and maximize the usability of digital devices, websites, and software with a focus on aesthetics and design. May create graphics used in websites and manage website content and links.Salary by State
| State Name | Employment | Annual Salary | Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 60 | $66,370 | $31.91 | |
| Alaska | 80 | $56,420 | $27.13 | |
| Arizona | 1,440 | $67,220 | $32.32 | |
| Arkansas | 600 | $49,410 | $23.76 | |
| California | 11,180 | $108,310 | $52.07 | |
| Colorado | 1,810 | $78,660 | $37.82 | |
| Connecticut | 900 | $66,630 | $32.03 | |
| Delaware | 170 | $58,580 | $28.16 | |
| District of Columbia | 620 | $85,070 | $40.90 | |
| Florida | 2,950 | $75,450 | $36.27 | |
| Georgia | 2,200 | $83,770 | $40.28 | |
| Hawaii | 70 | $59,470 | $28.59 | |
| Idaho | 390 | $54,500 | $26.20 | |
| Illinois | 2,220 | $63,370 | $30.47 | |
| Indiana | 1,010 | $57,160 | $27.48 | |
| Iowa | 930 | $111,200 | $53.46 | |
| Kansas | 210 | $55,890 | $26.87 | |
| Kentucky | 350 | $61,650 | $29.64 | |
| Louisiana | 420 | $53,000 | $25.48 | |
| Maine | 160 | $51,800 | $24.90 | |
| Maryland | 1,420 | $76,480 | $36.77 | |
| Massachusetts | 2,570 | $83,190 | $40.00 | |
| Michigan | 1,340 | $70,710 | $34.00 | |
| Minnesota | 1,700 | $77,920 | $37.46 | |
| Mississippi | 180 | $58,690 | $28.22 | |
| Missouri | 630 | $62,600 | $30.10 | |
| Montana | 130 | $61,370 | $29.50 | |
| Nebraska | 360 | $71,300 | $34.28 | |
| Nevada | 430 | $82,000 | $39.43 | |
| New Hampshire | 290 | $76,990 | $37.01 | |
| New Jersey | 1,430 | $85,610 | $41.16 | |
| New Mexico | 190 | $62,030 | $29.82 | |
| New York | 8,060 | $119,770 | $57.58 | |
| North Carolina | 3,320 | $72,130 | $34.68 | |
| North Dakota | 80 | $68,550 | $32.96 | |
| Ohio | 3,210 | $68,450 | $32.91 | |
| Oklahoma | 720 | $51,990 | $24.99 | |
| Pennsylvania | 2,180 | $70,600 | $33.94 | |
| Rhode Island | 250 | $83,270 | $40.04 | |
| South Carolina | 200 | $82,950 | $39.88 | |
| South Dakota | 50 | $65,330 | $31.41 | |
| Tennessee | 1,020 | $58,480 | $28.12 | |
| Texas | 4,820 | $84,270 | $40.51 | |
| Utah | 960 | $79,780 | $38.36 | |
| Vermont | 200 | $60,010 | $28.85 | |
| Virginia | 2,590 | $79,070 | $38.01 | |
| Washington | 14,720 | $141,170 | $67.87 | |
| West Virginia | 90 | $55,520 | $26.69 | |
| Wisconsin | 600 | $72,030 | $34.63 | |
| Wyoming | 40 | $51,840 | $24.93 |
Education
The programs listed below are typically the education paths that can land you this kind of job.
A program that focuses on the development, use, critical evaluation, and regulation of new electronic communication technologies using computer applications; and that prepares individuals to function as developers and managers of digital communications media. Includes instruction in computer and telecommunications technologies and processes; design and development of digital communications; marketing and distribution; digital communications regulation, law, and policy; the study of human interaction with, and use of, digital media; and emerging trends and issues.
A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science, or related support services.
A program that focuses on computer systems from a user-centered perspective and studies the structure, behavior and interactions of natural and artificial systems that store, process and communicate information. Includes instruction in information sciences, human computer interaction, information system analysis and design, telecommunications structure and information architecture and management.
A program that focuses on incorporating a human perspective into designing, researching, and creating technological interfaces. Includes instruction in design, human-computer interaction, learning, neuroscience, perception, product design, user-centered design, and usability.
A program that focuses on the general writing and implementation of generic and customized programs to drive operating systems and that generally prepares individuals to apply the methods and procedures of software design and programming to software installation and maintenance. Includes instruction in software design, low- and high-level languages and program writing; program customization and linking; prototype testing; troubleshooting; and related aspects of operating systems and networks.
A program that focuses on the theory, organization, and process of information collection, transmission, and utilization in traditional and electronic forms. Includes instruction in information classification and organization; information storage and processing; transmission, transfer, and signaling; communications and networking; systems planning and design; human interfacing and use analysis; database development; information policy analysis; and related aspects of hardware, software, economics, social factors, and capacity.
A program that focuses on computer theory, computing problems and solutions, and the design of computer systems and user interfaces from a scientific perspective. Includes instruction in the principles of computational science, computer development and programming, and applications to a variety of end-use situations.
A program that prepares individuals to apply HTML, CSS, XML, JavaScript, graphics applications, and other authoring tools to the design, editing, and publishing (launching) of documents, images, graphics, sound, and multimedia products on the World Wide Web. Includes instruction in Internet theory, web page standards and policies, elements of web page design, user interfaces, vector tools, special effects, interactive and multimedia components, search engines, navigation, morphing, e-commerce tools, and emerging web technologies.
A program that prepares individuals to develop and maintain web servers and the hosted web pages at one or a group of web sites, and to function as designated webmasters. Includes instruction in computer systems and networks, server installation and maintenance, web page design and editing, information resources management, web policy and procedures, Internet applications of information systems security, user interfacing and usability research, and relevant management and communications skills.
An interdisciplinary program that focuses on the study of the interaction between people and technology and how that technology impacts society, and combines disciplines within the fields of computing and information science (information systems, software engineering, artificial intelligence and design), engineering, and the behavior sciences (cognitive science, cognitive psychology, sociology, organizational psychology, and social psychology). Includes instruction in information technology, cognitive and behavioral sciences, and systems design.
A program in the applied visual arts that focuses on the general principles and techniques for effectively communicating ideas and information, and packaging products, in digital and other formats to business and consumer audiences, and that may prepare individuals in any of the applied art media.
A program that prepares individuals to apply artistic and computer techniques to the interpretation of technical and commercial concepts. Includes instruction in computer-assisted art and design, printmaking, concepts sketching, technical drawing, color theory, imaging, studio technique, still and life modeling, multimedia applications, communication skills and commercial art business operations.
A program that prepares individuals to develop a digital marketing plan and integrate marketing, advertising, sales, and logistics across physical and digital channels. Includes instruction in digital marketing, e-commerce, online consumer psychology, search engine optimization, social media marketing, and web analytics.
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$95,460 per yearNational average salaryVery HighJob growth rate
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Bachelor's degreeTypical education requirement
Educational Attainment
The following chart shows the highest education level completed by those working as web and digital interface designers.
- Less than high school 1%
- High school graduate 6%
- College dropout 15%
- Associate’s degree 9%
- Bachelor’s degree 54%
- Master’s degree 14%
- Doctorate degree 1%
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