Head of UX Salary in DuPage County

DuPage County is part of the Chicago metropolitan area. Enterprise employers influence salary ranges for UX leadership in the area.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$95,000 to $120,000

Average (per year)

$107,000

Midsize companies and local SaaS firms in DuPage County often hire entry-level Heads of UX, who typically have limited team leadership experience.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$120,000 to $145,000

Average (per year)

$133,000

UX leaders with several years of management experience work in senior positions.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$145,000 to $170,000

Average (per year)

$158,000

Seasoned Heads of UX are found in back‑office functions of large corporations and established tech service providers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$170,000+

Principal-level leaders guide UX strategy for large corporations and manage multi‑disciplinary teams across departments.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

$55 - $80

per hour

Mid-level

$80 - $110

per hour

Senior

$110 - $150

per hour