Head of UX Salary in Dutchess County

Dutchess County blends a suburban cost of living with access to New York City. Tech employers anchor the higher end of the pay scale for UX leadership.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$80,000 to $104,000

Average (per year)

$92,000

Entry-level Heads of UX work at small software agencies or regional financial institutions.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$104,000 to $122,000

Average (per year)

$113,000

Mid-level candidates manage UX for education tech firms or Hudson Valley startups.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$122,000 to $140,000

Average (per year)

$131,000

Senior leaders manage UX initiatives in local organizations across various sectors.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$140,000+

Principal Heads of UX direct multidisciplinary teams or manage UX across multiple business units.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$48 - $65

per hour

Mid-level

$65 - $90

per hour

Senior

$90 - $120

per hour