UI/UX Designer Salary in Zagreb, Croatia

Zagreb reports a median mid‑level UI/UX designer salary of €2,125. Compensation packages can include equity. Housing costs influence budget considerations.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€1,300 to €1,725

Average (per year)

€1,513

Entry roles appear at agencies or startups on Zagreb's eastern edge. The area is close to the capital.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€1,825 to €2,425

Average (per year)

€2,125

Designers with experience secure positions in fintech, SaaS, or digital retail. Agencies serving Zagreb's business clients offer steady roles.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€2,425 to €3,150

Average (per year)

€2,750

Leadership and advanced prototyping skills earn higher compensation as firms scale their design practices. These roles shape product direction.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€3,150+

Lead designers in Sesvete may work remotely for global brands or Zagreb-based headquarters. Compensation increases with strategic and team leadership responsibilities.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€11 - €20

per hour

Mid-level

€20 - €31

per hour

Senior

€31 - €49

per hour

Compared with Croatia's national average of €1,800, Zagreb's UI/UX pay sits modestly above the mean.