UI Designer Salary in Eastern Highlands, Papua New Guinea

In the Eastern Highlands, mid‑level UI designers earn about K24,250 per year. Coffee farms are part of the local economy. Local NGOs and tourism firms operate in the area.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

K16,750 to K21,250

Average (per year)

K19,000

Some entry-level designers work on education projects or freelance, earning modest salaries.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

K21,250 to K27,250

Average (per year)

K24,250

Mid-level positions are available in government or NGO digital programs.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

K27,250 to K33,500

Average (per year)

K30,375

Senior designers may work in Henganofi on education or development contracts.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

K33,500+

Principal designers can work in government or international NGOs.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

K14 - K20

per hour

Mid-level

K20 - K29

per hour

Senior

K29 - K41

per hour

Nationally, UI designers earn around K30,000 annually. Eastern Highlands salaries are about 20% below that benchmark.