UI Designer Salary in Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur offers a median mid‑level UI Designer salary of RM4,250 per year. There is demand for design talent.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
RM2,600 to RM3,600
Average (per year)
RM3,100
Graduates join logistics firms or local manufacturing companies and receive entry-level salaries.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
RM3,650 to RM4,900
Average (per year)
RM4,250
Designers work on larger projects for port operators or regional tech consultancies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
RM4,950 to RM6,750
Average (per year)
RM5,825
Senior designers lead teams or manage projects for multinational companies at the industrial port.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
RM6,900+
Principal roles combine design leadership and strategy at logistics or oil and gas firms.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
RM19 - RM34
per hour
Mid-level
RM35 - RM55
per hour
Senior
RM59 - RM88
per hour
Market Overview
Design talent in Malaysia works across different organizations. Companies use interactive prototypes. Salaries have increased in the capital.