Interaction Designer Salary in Açores, Portugal
In the Azores, mid‑level interaction designers earn around €23,500 a year. Living costs remain lower than mainland Portugal.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€16,500 to €21,000
Average (per year)
€18,250
Local IT firms and startups offer entry-level roles in Maia.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€21,000 to €26,000
Average (per year)
€23,500
Mid-level designers work for larger employers or regional hubs.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€26,000 to €32,000
Average (per year)
€29,000
Senior roles are found in established tech companies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€32,000+
Principal designers work with international firms or major local agencies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€10 - €14
per hour
Mid-level
€14 - €20
per hour
Senior
€20 - €30
per hour
Compared with the Portuguese average of €28,000, Azores salaries sit about €4,500 lower.