Service Designer Salary in Ottawa, Ontario

Ottawa is Canada's capital. Salaries vary by location. Designers work on a range of projects.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$56,000 to C$67,000

Average (per year)

C$61,500

New designers can begin their careers with local organizations in Ottawa.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$68,000 to C$89,000

Average (per year)

C$78,000

Mid-level roles involve a variety of projects.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$90,000 to C$112,000

Average (per year)

C$101,000

Senior designers manage large-scale service design at federal departments or tech firms.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

C$113,000+

Principal designers work across multiple government portfolios or enterprises.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

C$33 - C$41

per hour

Mid-level

C$42 - C$55

per hour

Senior

C$56 - C$72

per hour