Interaction Designer Salary in City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality

Johannesburg hosts many digital employers in South Africa. Top salaries reflect demand from financial services and technology start-ups. Media and fintech companies influence salary ranges here.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

R180,000 to R270,000

Average (per year)

R225,000

Entry roles in Johannesburg are found in fintech firms, digital agencies, and large banks.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

R270,000 to R420,000

Average (per year)

R340,000

Mid-level designers work on product teams for telecoms or e-commerce companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

R420,000 to R600,000

Average (per year)

R500,000

Senior designers lead UX strategy at large corporates or global consultancies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

R600,000+

Principal designers are responsible for digital transformation projects at banks, insurance groups, and multinationals.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

R120 - R200

per hour

Mid-level

R200 - R350

per hour

Senior

R350 - R600

per hour