UI/UX Designer Salary in Ankara, Turkey

Ankara offers mid‑level UI/UX designers a median annual package of about ₺375,000. Start‑ups add performance bonuses.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₺215,000 to ₺320,000

Average (per year)

₺270,000

Entry-level designers in Altındağ join municipal technology projects or small web agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₺327,500 to ₺425,000

Average (per year)

₺375,000

Mid-level roles are in government offices, tech support companies, or educational organizations.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₺430,000 to ₺570,000

Average (per year)

₺500,000

Senior designers lead teams for city-wide digital initiatives or large consulting firms.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₺575,000+

Principal-level roles are tied to high-profile government or major enterprise projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₺145 - ₺220

per hour

Mid-level

₺220 - ₺295

per hour

Senior

₺300 - ₺410

per hour

Ankara's median exceeds the Turkish average by roughly ₺50,000. Istanbul still leads with higher top‑end offers, yet Ankara balances pay with lower living costs.