UI Designer Salary in Bulgaria

In Bulgaria, a mid‑level UI designer earns about лв26,000 per year. That translates to roughly лв2,167 each month.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

лв17,000 to лв23,000

Average (per year)

лв20,000

Local firms in Blagoevgrad employ junior designers.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

лв23,000 to лв29,500

Average (per year)

лв26,000

Mid-level designers may work for regional agencies and remote international contracts.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

лв30,000 to лв37,000

Average (per year)

лв33,500

Senior designers can find remote and freelance opportunities, especially with strong portfolios.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

лв38,000+

Principal designers lead digital teams for larger regional brands or oversee multiple freelance projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

лв13 - лв18

per hour

Mid-level

лв19 - лв28

per hour

Senior

лв28 - лв39

per hour

Market Overview

Sofia has tech hubs and multinational agencies. Fintech start‑ups offer full‑time roles.