UI Designer Salary in St Helens, St Helens

Employers in St Helens include manufacturing, retail, and local government. Cost of living in St Helens is lower than in major UK cities. Entry and mid-level roles connect to Liverpool or Manchester and include remote work.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£21,000 to £26,500

Average (per year)

£24,000

Entry-level designers work for local agencies or SMEs, gaining experience with digital interfaces for retail and service clients.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£26,500 to £34,000

Average (per year)

£30,000

Mid-level roles support larger brands or public sector projects, with responsibilities that grow as design skills and project autonomy increase.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£34,000 to £42,000

Average (per year)

£38,000

Senior designers lead small teams or major campaigns, with responsibilities reflecting experience and client outcomes.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£42,000+

Principal or lead designers in St Helens work in consultancy or for national firms with local branches.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£13 - £18

per hour

Mid-level

£18 - £25

per hour

Senior

£25 - £35

per hour