UI/UX Designer Salary in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro has a market for UI/UX designers. Salaries in Rio de Janeiro are high.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

R$3,400 to R$5,400

Average (per year)

R$4,400

Graduates in Rio de Janeiro start at tech firms, digital agencies, or fintech startups.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

R$5,400 to R$8,400

Average (per year)

R$6,900

Mid‑level designers work for employers in banking, media, or international companies with local offices.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

R$8,400 to R$12,000

Average (per year)

R$10,200

In senior roles, UI/UX designers may head teams, oversee digital projects, or provide consulting for global brands.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

R$12,000+

Principal designers hold executive positions and direct strategy for major tech initiatives.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

R$32 - R$56

per hour

Mid-level

R$56 - R$92

per hour

Senior

R$92 - R$140

per hour