UI Designer Salary in Bahrain
Bahrain offers UI designers a median mid‑level salary of BHD 11,500 per year. Tech firms are active in the market.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
BHD6,500 to BHD9,500
Average (per year)
BHD8,000
Newcomers join fintech startups or major telecom companies in Manama.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
BHD9,500 to BHD13,500
Average (per year)
BHD11,500
UI designers with several years of experience work in Bahrain's multinational banks or digital agencies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
BHD13,500 to BHD18,500
Average (per year)
BHD16,000
For senior roles, designers lead interface projects for government digital services or regional corporations.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
BHD18,500+
At the principal level, UI designers work at banks or consulting firms with tech operations in Manama.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
BHD3 - BHD6
per hour
Mid-level
BHD6 - BHD11
per hour
Senior
BHD11 - BHD19
per hour
Market Overview
Banks and telecom operators in Bahrain use customer portals. Startups may provide equity to designers. Firms consider salary levels alongside flexible remote options.