Product Designer Salary in Beijing, China
Product designer earnings average ¥255,000 per year. Living costs significantly reduce take‑home pay.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥140,000 to ¥205,000
Average (per year)
¥172,000
Entry-level salaries in Beijing differ from those in other Chinese cities.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥205,000 to ¥310,000
Average (per year)
¥255,000
Mid-level designers in Beijing often work at major internet firms, startups, enterprise software companies, or international product teams.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥310,000 to ¥470,000
Average (per year)
¥385,000
Senior compensation in Beijing is influenced by product strategy, complex UX systems, and leadership responsibilities.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥470,000+
Principal and lead designers in Beijing earn salaries that reflect responsibilities such as platform strategy, team management, and large-scale design.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥85 - ¥135
per hour
Mid-level
¥135 - ¥220
per hour
Senior
¥220 - ¥325
per hour
Nationally, product designers earn around ¥210,000, so Beijing sits above the average. The cost of living reduces part of the salary gain.