UI/UX Designer Salary in Apac, Northern
Apac's tech sector includes opportunities with NGOs and education projects. Living costs remain lower than Uganda's large cities, which keeps salaries at the lower to mid-range for design roles.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh680,000 to Sh1,200,000
Average (per year)
Sh950,000
Graduates typically start at local agencies or NGOs, bringing basic design skills and limited experience in tech-driven projects.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh1,200,000 to Sh2,100,000
Average (per year)
Sh1,650,000
Mid-career designers work on donor-funded programs or with regional businesses offering digital services.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh2,100,000 to Sh3,200,000
Average (per year)
Sh2,650,000
Senior designers lead small teams for international NGOs or manage digital products for education and healthcare projects.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh3,200,000+
Principal designers consult for large NGOs and oversee design for national programs headquartered in Kampala.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
Sh4000 - Sh7500
per hour
Mid-level
Sh7500 - Sh13000
per hour
Senior
Sh13000 - Sh20000
per hour