UI/UX Designer Salary in Afghanistan

UI/UX designers in Afghanistan earn a median mid‑level salary of about 80,500 AFN per year. Kabul hosts NGOs and fintech firms.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

؋41,000 to ؋65,000

Average (per year)

؋53,000

Entry-level designers work for small firms or NGOs in Baghlān.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

؋65,000 to ؋96,000

Average (per year)

؋80,500

Designers handle responsibility in government or educational projects.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

؋96,000 to ؋137,500

Average (per year)

؋116,750

Senior designers in Baghlān guide junior staff and work with regional enterprises.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

؋137,500+

Principal-level roles involve work with international NGOs or Kabul-based companies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

؋78 - ؋115

per hour

Mid-level

؋115 - ؋155

per hour

Senior

؋155 - ؋215

per hour

Market Overview

Mobile banking is expanding across Afghanistan. International agencies commission user‑centered platforms for health, education, and agricultural outreach. Freelance gigs can supplement income.