UI Designer Salary in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
In Dubai, UI designers have a median salary of AED170,000 per year. Companies add housing allowances.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
AED90,000 to AED140,000
Average (per year)
AED115,000
Entry-level UI designers work for multinational companies, digital agencies, or fintech startups in Dubai.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
AED140,000 to AED200,000
Average (per year)
AED170,000
Mid-level designers work on e‑commerce and real‑estate platforms in Dubai.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
AED200,000 to AED270,000
Average (per year)
AED235,000
Senior UI designers lead multidisciplinary teams and develop digital products for global clients in Dubai.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
AED270,000+
Principal designers in Dubai hold senior roles at agencies or startups.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
AED90 - AED150
per hour
Mid-level
AED150 - AED210
per hour
Senior
AED210 - AED300
per hour
Dubai's UI design salaries are compared to the UAE average. The market attracts UI designers from Europe and Asia.