Product Lead Salary in Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka

Dakshina Kannada, anchored by Mangaluru, includes IT, finance, and logistics employers. Product Lead salaries vary across cities, reflecting competition for talent and cost of living.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₹500,000 to ₹900,000

Average (per year)

₹700,000

IT parks and university-linked startups are located around Mangaluru.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₹900,000 to ₹1,700,000

Average (per year)

₹1,300,000

Mid-level positions are found in BFSI, logistics, and health tech firms serving the coastal market.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₹1,700,000 to ₹2,400,000

Average (per year)

₹2,050,000

Senior Product Leads work for various IT employers and corporate innovation centers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₹2,400,000+

Principal-level roles are offered by regional corporate headquarters and tech firms.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₹350 - ₹650

per hour

Mid-level

₹650 - ₹1300

per hour

Senior

₹1300 - ₹2000

per hour