UI/UX Designer Salary in Ulster, Ireland
UI/UX designer earnings have a median of €33,000 per year. Startups add equity to attract talent.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€24,500 to €29,500
Average (per year)
€27,000
Entry-level roles can be found at small local agencies, in the public sector, or through remote contracts.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€29,500 to €36,500
Average (per year)
€33,000
Mid-level designers work on diverse projects.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€36,500 to €43,500
Average (per year)
€40,000
Senior professionals lead projects for established agencies or manage design for remote-first companies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€43,500+
Principal designers combine consulting with leadership roles for distributed teams based elsewhere.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€14 - €18
per hour
Mid-level
€18 - €26
per hour
Senior
€26 - €37
per hour
Compared with the Irish national median of around €38,000, Ulster's figure sits slightly lower, reflecting its more affordable housing market. Living costs help stretch the paycheck.