Interaction Designer Salary in Hennepin County

Hennepin County includes Minneapolis. Employers like Target, UnitedHealth Group, and numerous digital agencies drive demand for interaction designers. Salaries reflect living costs and the scale of local employers.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$58,000 to $72,000

Average (per year)

$65,000

Entry-level positions start with digital agencies or healthcare systems in Minneapolis.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$72,000 to $95,000

Average (per year)

$83,500

Mid-level designers find roles at Fortune 500 headquarters, fintech, or medtech companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$95,000 to $120,000

Average (per year)

$107,500

Senior designers lead teams or complex projects for major employers in the Twin Cities.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$120,000+

Principal-level designers direct digital strategy for large corporations or manage agency teams.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$35 - $48

per hour

Mid-level

$48 - $70

per hour

Senior

$70 - $100

per hour