Head of UX Salary in Nepal
Senior designers work for tech firms in Kathmandu. A Head of UX earns about ₨1,000,000 NPR per year. Companies add bonuses and remote work flexibility.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
₨500,000 to ₨775,000
Average (per year)
₨635,000
Startups and small IT firms offer entry-level salaries, often with broad responsibilities beyond UX.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
₨775,000 to ₨1,200,000
Average (per year)
₨1,000,000
Mid-level heads of UX lead teams in outsourcing companies or digital agencies serving Kathmandu clients.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
₨1,200,000 to ₨1,650,000
Average (per year)
₨1,425,000
Senior UX leaders manage digital products for banks, e-commerce, or international development programs.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
₨1,700,000+
Principal-level salaries appear in export-oriented IT firms or major Kathmandu-based organizations with Bhaktapur branches.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
₨500 - ₨825
per hour
Mid-level
₨850 - ₨1300
per hour
Senior
₨1300 - ₨1800
per hour
Market Overview
UX leadership positions are found across multiple sectors in Nepal. Software houses in Pokhara and Lalitpur hire heads of UX. Salary growth has been noted in the capital.