UI Designer Salary in Hungary
UI designers in Budapest earn a median mid‑level salary. Startups in e‑commerce operate in the sector. The figure is compared to Hungary's average for tech roles.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
Ft430,000 to Ft535,000
Average (per year)
Ft480,000
Fresh graduates begin in local agencies or municipal IT teams.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
Ft540,000 to Ft700,000
Average (per year)
Ft620,000
Mid-level designers work for regional web studios or support manufacturing companies seeking digital tools.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
Ft700,000 to Ft880,000
Average (per year)
Ft790,000
Experienced professionals consult for larger firms in Szeged or Budapest.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
Ft880,000+
Principal designers lead projects for national clients or remote teams.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
Ft2500 - Ft3600
per hour
Mid-level
Ft3600 - Ft5000
per hour
Senior
Ft5000 - Ft7000
per hour
Market Overview
There is demand for UI designers in Budapest's startup ecosystem. Recruiters also target multinational banks and telecom firms.