Head of UX Salary in Victoria, Australia
Melbourne's tech firms pay Head of UX A$132,000. The figure reflects employment activity from finance, gaming, and health‑care companies located in the city's CBD and surrounding suburbs. Salaries are influenced by the local cost of living.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$98,000 to A$120,000
Average (per year)
A$108,000
Entry roles are available.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$120,000 to A$145,000
Average (per year)
A$132,000
Mid-level UX managers work on digital projects in education and regional business.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$145,000 to A$165,000
Average (per year)
A$155,000
Senior Heads of UX are employed by regional government and larger health networks.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
A$165,000+
Principal positions support large-scale digital health or education reforms.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
A$62 - A$80
per hour
Mid-level
A$80 - A$110
per hour
Senior
A$110 - A$140
per hour
Nationally, Head of UX salaries hover near A$120,000. Victoria's median sits above that benchmark.