Interaction Designer Salary in Kanata, Ontario
Kanata is in the Ottawa region and includes software, defense, and telecommunications employers. Interaction designer salaries are higher in the region. Living costs are comparable to nearby areas.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$55,000 to C$67,000
Average (per year)
C$61,000
Early-career designers often work for local tech startups or telecom companies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$69,000 to C$80,000
Average (per year)
C$74,500
Software companies and government contractors with digital projects frequently hire mid-level designers.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$81,000 to C$97,000
Average (per year)
C$89,000
Senior designers lead product teams in technology firms.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
C$99,000+
Principal and lead designers work for large telecoms and established SaaS firms.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
C$31 - C$43
per hour
Mid-level
C$44 - C$56
per hour
Senior
C$57 - C$76
per hour