UI Designer Salary in Tippecanoe County
Tippecanoe County draws talent from Purdue University. UI Designer salaries reflect the area's lower cost of living.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$47,000 to $58,500
Average (per year)
$52,000
Entry-level UI Designer positions in Tippecanoe County are filled by recent graduates.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$59,000 to $71,000
Average (per year)
$64,500
Mid-level designers work for local software firms, healthcare companies, or university-affiliated startups, and their pay reflects the county's reasonable cost of living.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$72,000 to $88,000
Average (per year)
$79,500
Seasoned UI Designers may work in roles linked to campus tech initiatives or larger regional employers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$90,000+
Principal and Lead UI Designers work on digital strategy for local institutions or manage design teams within local companies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$23 - $32
per hour
Mid-level
$30 - $43
per hour
Senior
$40 - $56
per hour