Interaction Designer Salary in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Lyon hosts several software, banking, and digital media firms. Salaries for interaction designers are reported for the region. Competition exists for senior and lead roles.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€29,500 to €37,000

Average (per year)

€33,250

Global consultancies, fintech firms, and digital agencies in the city center commonly hire entry-level designers.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€38,000 to €47,000

Average (per year)

€42,500

SaaS firms, healthcare‑technology providers, and e‑commerce businesses headquartered in Lyon offer positions for mid‑level professionals.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€48,000 to €57,000

Average (per year)

€52,500

Major banks, research institutes, and international startups with French branches employ senior designers to manage projects.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€59,000+

Large corporates, digital labs, and fast‑growing tech companies rely on principal and lead designers to head UX teams.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€20 - €30

per hour

Mid-level

€33 - €50

per hour

Senior

€55 - €75

per hour