UI/UX Designer Salary in Maricopa County, Arizona

Maricopa County includes Phoenix, a major city in Arizona. UI/UX salaries vary across Arizona markets. Compensation levels are affected by multiple factors.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$58,000 to $70,000

Average (per year)

$64,000

Entry-level salaries are influenced by hiring activity in Phoenix.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$72,000 to $89,000

Average (per year)

$80,500

Mid-level designers work for large enterprises, regional headquarters, or national firms with satellite offices, and receive compensation aligned with their role.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$90,000 to $112,000

Average (per year)

$101,000

Senior designers support product teams in tech, finance, or healthcare, and their compensation reflects their responsibilities.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$115,000+

Principal and lead designers manage teams or direct strategy for large employers, and their compensation corresponds to their senior role.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$28 - $42

per hour

Mid-level

$43 - $60

per hour

Senior

$61 - $85

per hour