UI Designer Salary in Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples, Ethiopia

Mid‑level UI designers in the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples region earn salaries typical for the role. Living costs in the region vary. Regional NGOs, agricultural tech firms, and emerging startups are among the employers in the area.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Br78,000 to Br120,000

Average (per year)

Br99,000

Graduates join local businesses and NGOs.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Br120,000 to Br170,000

Average (per year)

Br145,000

With a few years' experience, designers support regional offices, universities, and development projects.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Br170,000 to Br210,000

Average (per year)

Br190,000

Senior UI designers lead small teams or consult for government and NGOs.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Br210,000+

Principal designers work in regional development, education, or private sector leadership.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

Br50 - Br80

per hour

Mid-level

Br80 - Br125

per hour

Senior

Br125 - Br170

per hour

Nationally, UI designer salaries are higher than those in the SNNPR region. Housing costs in the area are lower than in some other regions.