UI/UX Designer Salary in Canada
Canada offers a median mid‑level UI/UX designer salary of C$63,000 per year. That figure reflects the reported salary data. The figures are derived from regional salary data.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$47,000 to C$57,000
Average (per year)
C$52,000
Entry-level designers in Airdrie are employed by local agencies or Calgary firms.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$57,000 to C$69,000
Average (per year)
C$63,000
Mid-level designers are employed by Calgary tech companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$69,000 to C$82,500
Average (per year)
C$76,000
Senior designers lead projects for larger tech firms or provide consulting to startups.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
C$83,000+
Principal designers oversee teams or manage design departments at Calgary-based companies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
C$24 - C$32
per hour
Mid-level
C$33 - C$44
per hour
Senior
C$45 - C$59
per hour
Market Overview
UI/UX roles exist in Toronto and Montreal. Remote roles are available. Salary packages vary across locations.