Head of UX Salary in Australian Capital Territory, Australia
In the Australian Capital Territory, a Head of UX earns a median of A$147,000 per year. This figure reflects demand for design leadership.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$115,000 to A$135,000
Average (per year)
A$125,000
Entry roles are found in government departments and consultancies that work with federal agencies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$135,000 to A$160,000
Average (per year)
A$147,000
Mid-level salaries are listed for the region.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$160,000 to A$185,000
Average (per year)
A$172,000
Senior Heads of UX lead teams on digital transformation projects.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
A$185,000+
Principal positions involve work on large-scale systems and service design.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
A$70 - A$90
per hour
Mid-level
A$90 - A$120
per hour
Senior
A$120 - A$160
per hour
Across Australia, Head of UX roles average around A$130,000, so Canberra's median sits above the national norm.