UI/UX Designer Salary in Milan, Lombardy

Milan hosts many tech and design agencies and startups that hire digital talent. High living costs and competition influence UI/UX designer salaries. Several industries, including fashion, finance, and media, hire UI/UX designers.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€24,000 to €31,000

Average (per year)

€27,500

Graduates entering Milan's design sector start with salaries that reflect demand from tech firms and agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€32,000 to €41,000

Average (per year)

€36,500

Designers with several years of experience earn higher salaries in fashion, fintech, and media.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€42,000 to €53,000

Average (per year)

€47,000

Senior UI/UX specialists receive higher compensation from multinational headquarters and large consultancies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€54,000+

Leadership roles at top digital agencies and in-house teams start at €54,000, with upper ranges varying by company size and project scope.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€15 - €23

per hour

Mid-level

€24 - €33

per hour

Senior

€34 - €50

per hour