Head of UX Salary in Iceland
Senior UX salaries in Iceland are addressed in this overview. A Head of UX earns around kr1,170,000 ISK per year. Benefits include flexible remote options.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
kr780,000 to kr980,000
Average (per year)
kr860,000
Entry-level Heads of UX in Reykjavík join startups or digital agencies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
kr1,000,000 to kr1,350,000
Average (per year)
kr1,170,000
Mid-level roles are found in software companies and fintech.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
kr1,350,000 to kr1,800,000
Average (per year)
kr1,530,000
Senior Heads of UX work with tech exporters or public sector digitalization projects.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
kr1,800,000+
Principal roles are found in international companies with local teams.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
kr6500 - kr8500
per hour
Mid-level
kr8500 - kr12000
per hour
Senior
kr12000 - kr16500
per hour
Market Overview
Local companies in Reykjavik and Akureyri seek UX leaders. Salaries are linked to user research and agile development expertise. The sector exists alongside Iceland's high living costs.