UI/UX Designer Salary in Pretoria, Gauteng
Pretoria employers include government IT departments and major universities. Living costs are moderate.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
R180,000 to R252,000
Average (per year)
R216,000
Assist senior designers by creating wireframes, mockups, and conducting basic user research.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
R252,000 to R384,000
Average (per year)
R312,000
Mid-level designers are hired.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
R384,000 to R540,000
Average (per year)
R450,000
Seasoned designers work with established corporate teams and may support government digital projects.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
R540,000+
Principal designers lead UX strategy for banks or major institutions, and compensation packages differ at this level.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
R100 - R180
per hour
Mid-level
R180 - R300
per hour
Senior
R300 - R500
per hour