Interaction Designer Salary in San Benito County

San Benito County is located in California, and some residents commute to San Jose or the Bay Area. Design salaries in the area reflect a mix of local and remote opportunities. Housing costs influence wage expectations.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$59,000 to $71,000

Average (per year)

$65,000

Entry-level Interaction Designers in the county work for various employers, and some commute to the Bay Area.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$72,000 to $87,000

Average (per year)

$80,000

Mid-level designers in the county work on hybrid teams.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$88,000 to $103,000

Average (per year)

$95,000

Senior designers in the county work remotely for Bay Area companies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$104,000+

Principal designers in the county consult for larger firms or manage regional teams.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$30 - $40

per hour

Mid-level

$41 - $52

per hour

Senior

$53 - $68

per hour