UI/UX Designer Salary in Regional District of Central Okanagan, British Columbia

Central Okanagan has a tech sector and a high cost of living. UI/UX designers benefit from demand in tourism, real estate, and SaaS firms.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$49,000 to C$59,000

Average (per year)

C$54,000

Entry designers in Central Okanagan start with tourism, real estate, and boutique agency projects.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$59,000 to C$72,000

Average (per year)

C$65,500

Mid-level staff join Kelowna-based tech startups or larger regional employers.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$72,000 to C$87,000

Average (per year)

C$79,500

Senior designers manage teams or lead projects for SaaS companies and digital marketing firms.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

C$87,000+

Principal designers oversee UX strategy for companies in the valley.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

C$27 - C$36

per hour

Mid-level

C$36 - C$47

per hour

Senior

C$47 - C$57

per hour