Head of UX Salary in South Australia, Australia
South Australia offers a median mid-level Head of UX salary of A$132,500 per year. The region includes a digital sector and government agencies. Cost of living is noted as moderate.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$97,500 to A$119,000
Average (per year)
A$108,000
Entry roles in Adelaide support teams at fintech start-ups and health tech firms.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$120,000 to A$145,500
Average (per year)
A$132,500
Projects for large employers in health, finance, and digital agencies serving national clients are managed by mid-level Heads of UX.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$146,500 to A$168,000
Average (per year)
A$155,500
Senior leaders direct UX departments for enterprise tech firms, banks, or collaborate with remote teams for multinationals.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
A$169,000+
Principal-level Heads of UX lead digital strategy for listed companies, advanced manufacturing, or government innovation hubs.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
A$48 - A$67
per hour
Mid-level
A$68 - A$85
per hour
Senior
A$86 - A$110
per hour
South Australia's median exceeds the Australian average by roughly 8%.