Head of UX Salary in Metro Vancouver Regional District
Metro Vancouver includes tech companies such as Hootsuite and Electronic Arts. Living costs and competition for talent affect salaries in the region. Heads of UX work in digital product, SaaS, or media companies.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$85,000 to C$110,000
Average (per year)
C$97,500
Large employers in Metro Vancouver hire Heads of UX.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$110,000 to C$135,000
Average (per year)
C$122,500
Mid-level professionals work at SaaS companies, fintech firms, and large e-commerce businesses.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$135,000 to C$160,000
Average (per year)
C$147,500
Senior Heads of UX lead teams for tech employers or startups headquartered in the downtown core.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
C$160,000+
Principal-level roles are found in multinational companies and organizations undertaking digital transformation projects.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
C$50 - C$70
per hour
Mid-level
C$70 - C$100
per hour
Senior
C$100 - C$140
per hour