UI/UX Designer Salary in Penang, Malaysia
UI/UX designers in Penang receive annual compensation. Demand for UI/UX designers in the area is linked to multiple industry sectors.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
RM2,850 to RM3,850
Average (per year)
RM3,350
Fresh graduates work with local SMEs and manufacturing support firms, earning starting salaries in the lower to mid RM 3,000s.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
RM3,950 to RM5,500
Average (per year)
RM4,750
Mid-level designers work in regional tech and logistics companies, aligning with growing digital adoption.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
RM5,600 to RM7,200
Average (per year)
RM6,375
Senior professionals lead UI/UX initiatives for larger employers in the region.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
RM7,400+
Principal or lead designers oversee design teams and product strategy for established corporations.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
RM31 - RM57
per hour
Mid-level
RM57 - RM93
per hour
Senior
RM93 - RM145
per hour
Penang's median salary is viewed in relation to other cities, with living costs taken into account. Nationwide UI/UX salary averages provide a reference point for Penang's figures.