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