Product Designer Salary in Ueda, Kōchi

Employment in Ueda includes positions in education, healthcare, and public works. Salaries reflect demand and project complexity. Cost of living in the area is moderate.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥2,700,000 to ¥3,400,000

Average (per year)

¥3,050,000

Starting roles are found at larger employers such as regional offices of national firms and educational institutions.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥3,600,000 to ¥4,400,000

Average (per year)

¥4,000,000

Mid-level designers may work on city infrastructure projects or collaborate with healthcare suppliers.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥4,700,000 to ¥5,600,000

Average (per year)

¥5,150,000

At this level, designers direct teams and manage multi-year projects in the public sector or larger private companies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥5,800,000+

Principal designers may lead design departments in companies serving the broader Kōchi area.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥1900 - ¥2600

per hour

Mid-level

¥2700 - ¥3500

per hour

Senior

¥3700 - ¥4600

per hour