UI/UX Designer Salary in Saint-Étienne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Saint-Étienne has fewer digital employers than Lyon. Salaries match the city's moderate living costs. UI/UX designers here earn more than in rural areas, but less than in larger cities.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€26,000 to €30,500
Average (per year)
€28,250
Entry-level roles in Saint-Étienne offer modest pay, reflecting a lower cost of living.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€30,500 to €36,800
Average (per year)
€33,600
Mid-career designers see salaries rise, often joining regional agencies or manufacturing firms with digital needs.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€36,800 to €43,000
Average (per year)
€39,900
Senior designers in Saint-Étienne earn less than in Lyon.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€43,000+
Principal and lead designers break the 43000 € mark, though these roles remain rare in the local market.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€19 - €24
per hour
Mid-level
€24 - €31
per hour
Senior
€31 - €40
per hour