UI Designer Salary in Ilala, Dar es Salaam

Ilala is an important commercial district in Dar es Salaam. UI designers in the area receive salaries that reflect firms' efforts to attract digital talent. Housing costs and urban amenities can influence wage offers in the city.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh800,000 to Sh1,400,000

Average (per year)

Sh1,100,000

Junior UI designers in Ilala often join telecom firms, banks, or government projects. Wages reflect steady demand in the district's tech and media sectors.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh1,500,000 to Sh2,400,000

Average (per year)

Sh2,000,000

Designers with several years' experience may earn competitive salaries at large employers such as mobile operators and international NGOs.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh2,500,000 to Sh3,500,000

Average (per year)

Sh3,000,000

Senior UI designers often manage teams or oversee major projects for banks, logistics firms, or tech startups situated near the city center.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh3,600,000+

Principal and lead roles are rare, usually found in the largest financial institutions or big international organizations with digital teams.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

Sh6000 - Sh10000

per hour

Mid-level

Sh11000 - Sh18000

per hour

Senior

Sh20000 - Sh30000

per hour