UI/UX Designer Salary in Hungary

Budapest offers UI/UX designers a median mid-level income of about Ft732,500 per year. Fintech firms and e‑commerce startups operate in the market.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Ft460,000 to Ft625,000

Average (per year)

Ft542,500

New designers often join multinational suppliers or local agencies in the automotive sector.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Ft625,000 to Ft845,000

Average (per year)

Ft732,500

Mid-level UI/UX designers often work on larger projects for manufacturing or logistics companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Ft845,000 to Ft1,085,000

Average (per year)

Ft970,000

Senior roles involve project leadership and collaboration with German or Austrian partners.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Ft1,085,000+

Principal designers in Kecskemét are employed by large factories or IT service firms aligned with the auto industry.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

Ft3300 - Ft4750

per hour

Mid-level

Ft4750 - Ft6400

per hour

Senior

Ft6400 - Ft8600

per hour

Market Overview

Design studios are located in Budapest. Remote work options are available. User research experience in the tourism sector is relevant to salaries.