Product Designer Salary in Chittenden County, Vermont

Chittenden County includes Burlington. Pay reflects employer competition in the area.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$52,500 to $69,000

Average (per year)

$61,000

Recent hires join Burlington-based software startups or university-affiliated projects, focusing on user flows and interface assets.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$70,000 to $90,000

Average (per year)

$80,500

Mid‑tier salaries increase with greater responsibilities and project ownership.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$91,000 to $108,000

Average (per year)

$99,500

Senior designers oversee product teams or guide UX strategy at regional banks, medical companies, and agencies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$109,000+

Principal roles support digital transformation for larger employers, often with leadership over cross-disciplinary teams.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$25 - $36

per hour

Mid-level

$37 - $53

per hour

Senior

$54 - $72

per hour