UI Designer Salary in Baghdad, Iraq

Baghdad offers a median mid‑level UI Designer salary.د2,650,000 per year. Housing costs in the capital are noted. Tech startups and telecom agencies operate in the area.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

ع.د1,300,000 to ع.د2,000,000

Average (per year)

ع.د1,650,000

Entry jobs are often at software firms, media agencies, or government IT offices.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

ع.د2,100,000 to ع.د3,200,000

Average (per year)

ع.د2,650,000

Mid-level designers move into larger tech companies or international agencies, raising pay.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

ع.د3,300,000 to ع.د4,700,000

Average (per year)

ع.د4,000,000

Experienced designers lead teams or manage major projects, which typically yields higher salaries.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

ع.د4,800,000+

Principal roles are found at multinational firms, top consultancies, and government ministries.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

ع.د6000 - ع.د10000

per hour

Mid-level

ع.د11500 - ع.د17000

per hour

Senior

ع.د18000 - ع.د25000

per hour

This is compared with the Iraqi average. Baghdad's UI designer earnings are د2,200,000. Living expenses affect net earnings.