UI Designer Salary in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
UI designers have a median annual earnings of R202,500. Living costs differ from those in Gauteng.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
R120,000 to R169,000
Average (per year)
R144,500
Entry-level positions for recent graduates are available at local agencies and small businesses.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
R169,000 to R234,000
Average (per year)
R202,500
Designers with several years of experience join larger firms or regional corporates.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
R234,000 to R300,000
Average (per year)
R267,000
Projects for established businesses or remote clients are led by senior designers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
R300,000+
Principal designers command higher pay and consult or manage design teams.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
R73 - R120
per hour
Mid-level
R120 - R178
per hour
Senior
R180 - R260
per hour
Nationally, UI designers average around R180,000, so KwaZulu‑Natal sits above the countrywide median. A salary gap exists between Durban and other regions.