UI Designer Salary in Shanghai, China
Shanghai's tech corridor includes UI designers. Some firms are located in Pudong's finance hub.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥80,000 to ¥115,000
Average (per year)
¥95,000
E-commerce firms and digital agencies are common first employers for new graduates in Baoshan.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥115,000 to ¥168,000
Average (per year)
¥140,000
Tech startups and regional headquarters in Shanghai employ many mid-level designers.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥170,000 to ¥240,000
Average (per year)
¥202,000
Senior UI designers work in established companies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥240,000+
Principal designers work on projects for corporations and tech firms.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥70 - ¥110
per hour
Mid-level
¥110 - ¥170
per hour
Senior
¥170 - ¥240
per hour
UI designer salaries in Shanghai are higher than the national average.