UI Designer Salary in Saudi Arabia

In Riyadh, mid‑level UI designers earn around SAR13,000 per year. Tech companies in the capital offer salaries for visual roles.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

SAR7,000 to SAR10,000

Average (per year)

SAR8,500

Fresh graduates join smaller firms or local agencies, with starting pay aligned to the regional market.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

SAR11,000 to SAR15,000

Average (per year)

SAR13,000

Mid-career designers work with regional companies or municipal projects, and their salaries increase with experience.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

SAR14,500 to SAR18,500

Average (per year)

SAR16,500

Senior roles are found in larger organizations or government departments.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

SAR18,500+

Principal designers work in managerial roles and oversee teams.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

SAR50 - SAR75

per hour

Mid-level

SAR75 - SAR110

per hour

Senior

SAR115 - SAR160

per hour