Vancouver Web Design Industry Report 2025
Our annual look at the state of web design in Vancouver, BC. Based on data from 150+ agencies, public APIs, and editorial research.
150+
Active Agencies
$125
Avg. Hourly Rate (CAD)
42%
Use React/Next.js
8.2%
YoY Market Growth
Market Overview
Vancouver's web design market continues to grow, driven by the city's thriving tech ecosystem, increasing digital adoption among small businesses, and a strong demand for eCommerce solutions. The market has seen approximately 8.2% year-over-year growth, with new agencies entering the market and established agencies expanding their service offerings.
Technology Trends
The biggest shift in Vancouver's web design market is the move toward modern JavaScript frameworks. WordPress still dominates (used by ~55% of agencies), but React and Next.js adoption has grown significantly.
Pricing Trends
Average hourly rates in Vancouver range from $65 CAD for junior freelancers to $300+ CAD for senior enterprise consultants. The median agency hourly rate is $125 CAD. Agencies using modern frameworks (Next.js, React) tend to charge 15-25% more than WordPress-focused agencies, reflecting the higher technical expertise required.
Geographic Distribution
Downtown Vancouver remains the largest hub for web design agencies (~35% of all agencies), followed by Mount Pleasant (~15%), Burnaby (~12%), and Gastown (~10%). However, remote and hybrid work models are making physical location less relevant for many agencies.
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